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The extraordinary story of Bernie Ecclestone's meteoric rise from post-war car dealer to the creation and 50-year reign over the cutthroat world of Formula One.
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E1 · 45m
Forged in War
Bernie ascends from working class boy, to successful car dealer, to driver manager of Jochen Rindt, a contender for the Formula One World Championship.
E2 · 45m
The Constructors
The most glamourous era of Formula 1, with jet-set drivers and iconic teams, and the start of Bernie's internal battle to control the growing sport.
E3 · 45m
The Talented Mr Ferrari
As the audience grows and money starts to pour in, Bernie Ecclestone fights against the odds to control Formula 1, with a little help from Mr Ferrari.
E4 · 45m
Enemy. Friend. Comrade.
As the teams battle for dominance and the cars go even faster, Bernie quietly increases his influence and power on the growing Formula 1 juggernaut.
E5 · 45m
The Show
Formula 1 goes global as drivers Prost and Lauda, and newcomers Senna and Mansell, enthral the growing TV audience worldwide in superfast cars.
E6 · 45m
Four Kings
Bernie creates a perfect storm as cutthroat drivers in fast cars result in excitement and tragedy for Formula 1, jeopardising the future of the sport.
E7 · 45m
Ringmaster
As Formula 1 grows in popularity and value, more people want a slice, but Bernie won't give anything up without a fight - including his own health.
E8 · 45m
And Then I Was Gone
From a gentleman's pastime to a global super brand with an audience of millions, Formula 1's maestro Bernie Ecclestone finally bows out with style.
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