Tyrant

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.

Seasons

3

Episodes aired

32

Latest aired

S03E10

Total runtime

1d 8h

Timeline when each season aired

1. Season 1 June 2014 – August 2014 10 episodes
2. Season 2 June 2015 – September 2015 12 episodes
3. Season 3 July 2016 – September 2016 10 episodes

• 

  S03E01 Spring

  July 6 · 60min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  With Jamal’s life in danger and Abuddin on the verge of plunging into chaos, Barry steps forward as interim president and sets the stage for democratic elections. Daliyah takes a leading role in the nation, bringing her close to Barry. Swept up in the tides of revenge, army leaders overstep their bounds in securing peace. An American General who shares history with Leila arrives in Abuddin.

• 

  S03E02 Cockroach

  July 13 · 60min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Barry discovers that his hold over Abuddin is tenuous. Sammy embarks on a risky relationship. Ihab's desire for revenge is given an outlet. Fauzi returns to Abuddin and is thrust into a political role. Molly’s routine visit to a military hospital goes awry, spelling terrible consequences for the future of Abuddin.

• 

  S03E03 The Dead and the Living

  July 20 · 60min find the promo

• 

  S03E04 A Prayer for Our Daughters

  July 27 · 60min find the promo

• 

  S03E05 Rock and a Hard Place

  August 3 · 60min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  In the wake of thwarted terrorist attacks, Barry bans open prayer at the University - causing a severe backlash. Al-Qadi speaks out against violence and restriction of religious freedom. Bereft and alone, Barry and Daliyah turn to each other for comfort. Leila’s campaign heats up, alongside her relationship with Cogswell.

• 

  S03E06 Truth and Dignity

  August 10 · 60min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Barry's tough policies put Daliyah in grave danger. Al-Qadi enacts a risky plan to broach peace. Fauzi puts his feelings on the line, leaving Daliyah conflicted. As the elections reel out of control, Barry cracks down on the political process. Leila's relationship with Cogswell creates a wedge between her and her sister.

• 

  S03E07 Bedfellows

  August 17 · 60min find the promo

• 

  S03E08 Ask for the Earth

  August 24 · 60min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Molly returns to Abuddin with a hardened resolve to pursue her daughter’s killer. Mahdiya is entrusted with a critical job. Leila and Cogswell relish in a brief escape from the world -- only to find that escape is impossible. Barry is thrown by Molly’s cold determination and haunted by images of the daughter he failed. Stuck between the woman he loves, the woman he loved, and the daughter he lost, Barry takes a hard line with the country.

• 

  S03E09 How to Live

  August 31 · 60min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Abuddin descends into chaos. Daliyah persuades Fauzi to leave so he can be a voice of dissent, and she takes a public stand against Barry. In an attempt to regain control, Barry gives Maloof authority to shut down Leila’s opposition, and Ahmed joins to pressure his mother to surrender. Cogswell makes a forceful move that puts his career in jeopardy.

• 

  S03E10 Two Graves

  September 7 · 60min find the promo

  Show synopsis

  Barry and Molly are on the brink of waging war on the Caliphate. Leila makes a bold political move and braves the possibility of a close betrayal. Barry and Daliyah face a final reckoning in their relationship. The conflict in Abuddin threatens to turn into a bloody civil war.