Atlantic Crossing

S1 E5 ∙ Empty Promises ∙

Martha uses dinner table tactics to help Norway - as the American First Lady gives her some unusual oratory lessons, the US President finds himself on dangerous ground with her.

G

Contains Mature Themes

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All episodes for series 1 of Atlantic Crossing

  • S1 E1 · The Attack

    The prince and princess of Norway must flee when Nazi Germany launches a surprise attack in April 1940.

  • S1 E2 · The Throne

    The king and crown prince retreat to London and arrange for Martha and the children to go to the USA.

  • S1 E3 · Crossing the Atlantic

    Roosevelt extends a special invitation to Martha and her children as bombs are falling on Olav and the king.

  • S1 E4 · Fires Spread

    Martha is pressured to exploit her friendship, Roosevelt defies the isolationists, and there's a surprise.

  • S1 E5 · Empty Promises

    Martha uses dinner table tactics to help Norway, but she soon finds herself at odds with the US President.

  • S1 E6 · The Giant Awakes

    America enters the war, and Olav arrives from England.

  • S1 E7 · The Gift

    A Nazi agent slips through the cracks, putting the children at risk.

  • S1 E8 · A Queen Returns

    Roosevelt's health declines and Olav tries to stay out of the Soviet sphere of influence.