For a long time after needing office, Nixon remained quiet. But in summer 1977, the cunning former commander-in-chief agreed to sit a all-inclusive interview to confront the questions of the Watergate scandal that ended his presidency and his period in office. Nixon surprised everybody in selecting Frost as his inaugural confessor, intending to readily out fox the British showman and secure a place. Like wise, the team of Frost harboured doubts concerning their boss's ability. But as the cameras rolled, a battle of wits resulted.