Clash of the Superpowers: America vs China: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

Clash of the Superpowers: America vs China delivers the inside story of how, since Donald Trump's first term as President, America and China have become locked in a battle for global power and influence.

Drawing on candid first-hand accounts from key insiders, the documentary looks at the policies, personalities, power plays, and pivotal moments that have shaped one of the most consequential geopolitical rivalries of our time.

Series details

• Title: Clash of the Superpowers: America vs China
• Format: Documentary
• Language: English
• Premiere date: 2026-03-23
• Final broadcast date listed: 2026-03-23
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Web channel listed by TVmaze: BBC iPlayer
• Network country: United Kingdom
• Typical episode runtime: 59 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 90986
• TVDB ID: 475705

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2026-03-23; final listed air date 2026-03-23; episode order: 2.

Source and licence

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