Political Animals - Episode 1.05 - Episode Synopsis

Episode 1.05 - “16 Hours”
Air Date: August 12, 10/9c

In the aftermath of T.J.’s (Sebastian Stan) overdose, Elaine (Sigourney Weaver) finds herself torn between staying by her son’s side and handling the rescue of a Chinese submarine. Bud (Ciarán Hinds) discovers the truth behind T.J.’s suicide attempt last December, and takes matters into his own hands. In exchange for keeping Susan (Carla Gugino) quiet on T.J.’s overdose, Elaine grants her unlimited access to the submarine rescue mission, placing her at the front of the action, and leaving Douglas (James Wolk) to cross a boundary that could jeopardize his future.

Guest stars: Adrian Pasdar, Roger Bart, Dylan Baker, Linda Powell, Dan Futterman, Blair Brown

Source: USA Networks