The Circus

Season 7

TV-14

Groundbreaking weekly docu-series that pulls back the curtain on American politics. Hosts John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jenn Palmieri go behind the scenes for an unbiased, inside look at the stories beyond the headlines.

Where to Watch Season 7

16 Episodes

On the Brink
E1
On the BrinkThe Circus returns as Russia invades Ukraine and President Biden delivers his first State of the Union address. With the world on high alert, the hosts report on the escalating crisis from Washington DC and Eastern Europe. Season premiere.
The Escalation Ladder
E2
The Escalation LadderWith the situation on the ground in Ukraine growing increasingly dire, The Circus travels to Estonia and Washington, exploring America's response to Putin's invasion and what more the U.S. and its allies can do.
The Information War
E3
The Information WarAs Russia escalates its assault, Ukraine's President delivers an impassioned address to Congress. Jennifer and Mark are on Capitol Hill speaking with lawmakers immediately after Zelenskyy's emotional plea to "close the sky" over Ukraine.
The Nuclear Option
E4
The Nuclear OptionAs President Biden travels to Brussels for an emergency NATO summit, The Circus examines Russia's threats of using nuclear weapons in its ongoing invasion of Ukraine and what the West is doing to prevent that catastrophic escalation.
The Home Front
E5
The Home FrontThe Circus tracks the dramatic developments out of the House committee investigating the forces behind the violent January 6 insurrection. Jennifer Palmieri and Mark McKinnon speak with members of the committee after voting to hold two of former President Donald Trump's aides in contempt; Alex Wagner talks with Bob Woodward and Robert Costa on their bombshell reporting about the White House call log from the day of the Capitol attack; and John Heilemann examines the growing pressure on the Justice Department to investigate Trump's activities.
There Will Be Blood
E6
There Will Be BloodAs the President’s historic nominee for the Supreme Court is confirmed, The Circus examines Biden’s successes, failures and plunging poll numbers. John Heilemann, Alex Wagner, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri dig into the dissatisfaction within the Democratic base and the party’s prospects for the midterms; Representatives Stephanie Murphy and Ted Lieu share their differing strategies for Democrats to keep control of Congress; and The Circus speaks with the White House team behind Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s momentous confirmation.
Keystone Chaos
E7
Keystone Chaoshe Circus is on the ground in the critical swing state of Pennsylvania to cover one of the most consequential Senate races in the nation. John Heilemann, Alex Wagner, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri report on the heated competition as former president Donald Trump weighs in with a surprise endorsement. Republican and Democratic candidates speak with The Circus about the final, frantic weeks of the primary.
Tip of the Spear
E8
Tip of the SpearThe Circus heads to Florida to explore the controversial new laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis on gender, education and abortion - and how the Sunshine State is now the central battlefield of America's culture war.
Not in Kansas Anymore
E9
Not in Kansas AnymoreThe Circus covers the sprint to the midterm elections in the aftermath of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. The hosts explore how the issue of abortion is upending critical races across the country.
Rule of Law
E10
Rule of LawThe Circus examines the legal threats facing former President Donald Trump. The team speaks with journalists, legal experts, and a former Trump White House aide about the implications of the mounting investigations.
State of Denial
E11
State of DenialThe Circus travels to Arizona, a key battleground in the upcoming midterm elections and the epicenter of election denial. Jennifer Palmieri, John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and guest host Tim Miller travel the state, where every top Republican candidate has echoed former President Donald Trump's false claim that the 2020 election was fraudulent, exploring what's at stake if election-denying candidates win office and control of the state's election system.
Buckeyes and Bulldogs
E12
Buckeyes and BulldogsBuckeyes and Bulldogs
This Land is Greene-Land
E13
This Land is Greene-LandThe Circus is on the ground in Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's Georgia district, examining her meteoric rise within the Republican party. The team also catches up with her Democratic opponent to discuss his longshot strategy to head off her re-election.
The Main Event
E14
The Main EventThe Circus is on the ground in Pennsylvania analyzing the impact of the highly anticipated Senate debate. Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz looks to gain ground while questions swirl about Democratic Lt. Gov. John Fetterman's health.
Here Comes the Flood
E15
Here Comes the FloodThe Circus travels the country as election day draws near, examining the warning signs flashing for a Democratic party attempting to hold onto the balance of power in Congress. Guest host Paola Ramos joins John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri, exploring a party on the defensive – even in deep blue states – in the face of sky-high inflation and daunting historical trends. Plus, behind-the-scenes as the party's most sought-after surrogate, former President Obama, makes the case for why voters should keep Democrats in power.
Riptides
E16
RiptidesThe Circus concludes yet another turbulent election season with an extended one-hour look at how an historic midterm election stunned the nation as Democrats averted an expected red wave. Season Finale.