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D.C. Follies (1987)

S1E19 George H.W. Bush Engages Don King as His Manager

Jan 12, 1988 Season 1 Episode 19 Comedy

Admiral Koop recruits Sean Penn to lead an anti-smoking initiative. While on a flight, they encounter Rodney Dangerfield and humorously hand him over to the authorities. Meanwhile, at D.C. Follies, George Bush and Robert Dole are squabbling like kids. To resolve their disputes, they decide to appear on Sam Donaldson's new program, "Political Jeopardy." Additionally, George Bush hires Don King as his manager to take on Dan Rather. Pat Robertson makes a bizarre appeal for campaign funds, while Alan Rachins portrays a legal advisor helping those affected by Sean Penn's antics.