
John Adams
Drama • TV-14 • 2008 • 1 Season
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Adapted from David McCullough's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, this lavish seven-part miniseries chronicles the life of Founding Father John Adams, starting with the Boston Massacre of 1770 through his years as an ambassador in Europe, then his terms as vice president and president of the United States, up to his death on July 4, 1826.
Starring
Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney, Stephen Dillane, Danny Huston, David Morse
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Probably should be required viewing for all American high school kids. Might impress on them what real sacrifice is and how blessed we are.
Absolutely fantastic, nuanced story of the American Revolution. Humanizes the founding fathers and doesn’t vilify the British.
An incredible cast seems wasted alongside Giamatti, who is perfectly cast as a man who could probably be the second president and no other.
Excellent cast and performances. One of the best historical drama series out there.
This is a really great historical drama with some all-time performances. This is when I realized how good Paul Giamati is.
One of the greatest mini series ever made.
One of the most over looked shows to ever air on HBO. One of there finest projects. The acting is spectacular. excellent watch
Gripping performances in a refreshingly good show
Interesting series about one of the most underrated founding fathers of the USA. Strong performances all around, catchy and chilling intro.
Maybe I just like history films and documentaries
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