Tyrant (2014)

Season 2

The story of an unassuming American family drawn into the workings of a turbulent Middle Eastern nation. Bassam "Barry" Al Fayeed, the younger son of the dictator of a war-torn nation, ends a self-imposed 20-year exile to return to his homeland, accompanied by his American wife and children, for his nephew's wedding. Barry’s reluctant homecoming leads to a dramatic clash of cultures as he is thrown back into the familial and national politics of his youth.

Released June 24, 2014 Episode 60 min 18+

Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller, War

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Watch Providers: Hulu

Network: FX

Country: United States
Languages: English

IMDb 3121

7.7

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Gideon Raff
Director

Adam Rayner
Barry Al Fayeed

Jennifer Finnigan
Molly Al Fayeed

Ashraf Barhom
Jamal Al Fayeed

Noah Silver
Sammy Al Fayeed

Anne Winters
Emma Al Fayeed

Sibylla Deen
Nusrat Al Fayeed

Waleed Elgadi
Walid Rashid

Caroline Boulton
CHB journalist

7.5

S2E1 - Mark of Cain

Barry waits to find out what his punishment will be for a failed coup, Jamal agonizes over the decision whether to execute him.

June 16, 2015, midnight

7.6

S2E2 - Enter the Fates

Molly returns to the U.S., but struggles to adjust to life without Barry. Meanwhile, Jamal deals with the loss of a close relative.

June 23, 2015, midnight

7.6

S2E3 - Faith

Barry ends up being taken in by a Bedouin family. Jamal is upset over Tariq's drastic military action.

June 30, 2015, midnight

7.1

S2E4 - A House Built on Sand

Barry attempts to adjust to his new identity. A highly decorated war hero is introduced to Jamal.

July 7, 2015, midnight

7.6

S2E5 - A Viper in the Palace

The Army of the Caliphate arrives and Barry fears his identity will be revealed. Jamal and Tariq's conflict over military action reaches a tipping point. Molly and Sammy travel to Abuddin.

July 14, 2015, midnight

7.8

S2E6 - The Other Brother

Barry opts to stay in Abbudin and take a stand against the Caliphate. Jamal leans on the Chinese diplomat to promise military support. Sammy is shocked to learn that Abdul has been kidnapped by the Caliphate.

July 21, 2015, midnight

6.9

S2E7 - The Awful Grace of God

Jamal feels his country is spiraling out of control and is desperate for a military victory - no matter the cost. Barry's attempt to rescue Daliyah has unintended consequences. Seeing he's on shaky ground, Rami consults with Amira on how to navigate Jamal's erratic behavior.

July 28, 2015, midnight

7.6

S2E8 - Fathers and Sons

Suffering heavy losses, Barry wrestles with the notion that he needs the palace’s support to survive. As paranoia builds within Jamal, he questions where Rami’s loyalty lies. Stricken by Abdul’s death, Sammy plans to give his money to insurgents fighting the Army of the Caliphate.

Aug. 4, 2015, midnight