Jonas Cord Jr. takes over his family's chemical company after his father's death, assuming control despite their troubled past. He trusts few people, buying out associates and adversaries to assert his dominance, and diversifies into aviation and film. His ruthless behavior extends to his personal life, including his relationships with women, as he struggles to maintain control and confront the issues from his childhood.
The Carpetbaggers
In 1930s Hollywood, a charismatic entrepreneur pursues his passions for building airplanes and producing films while navigating his extravagant and self-indulgent lifestyle.
