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A European princess steals the heart of the U.S. president in an epic drama inspired by the real World War II relationship between Franklin Roosevelt and Norwegian Crown Princess Martha. Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks, Sex and the City) stars as Roosevelt, opposite Swedish star Sofia Helin (The Bridge) as Martha.

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'Atlantic Crossing' Recap: Episode 7

Olav struggles with his marriage while being stuck away from his family alone in London, and begins lashing out at Märtha. A plot…

'Atlantic Crossing' Recap: Episode 6

Märtha's relationship with FDR comes under increasing suspicion both in the public and amongst their families, while a possible…

'Atlantic Crossing' Recap: Episode 5

Märtha raises her public profile and begins doing more to help Norway's cause in America, going to Eleanor for public speaking advice.…

'Atlantic Crossing' Recap: Episode 4

Märtha is drawn into politics as she is pressured to use her influence with FDR to aid Norway in the war, while he runs for reelection…

'Atlantic Crossing' Recap: Episode 3

As Märtha and her children reach safety in America, they grow closer to President FDR. Back in London, Olav and Haakon debate the path…

'Atlantic Crossing' Recap: Episode 2

As Norway struggles to repel the German invasion, Olav and Haakon debate the best course of action for the country while Märtha seeks a…

'Atlantic Crossing' Recap: Episode 1

Less than a year after Norway's Crown Prince and Princess visit the United States and meet President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, they…