The Patriots
Synopsis
This absorbing 1976 production of dramatist Sidney Kingsley's historical play centers on the formative days of the United States and the disputes between founding fathers Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. Although the two men greatly respect each other, the deep-seated clash in their ideologies engenders conflict just as the fledgling country is beginning to take root.
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Ritch Brinkley
Frontiersman
Martha J. Brown
Martha Jefferson
Ralph Clanton
George Washington
Robert L. Horen
Colonel Humphreys
William Jay
Jupiter
Stephen Johnson
James Monroe
Catherine Ann Jones
Patsy Jefferson
Philip LeStrange
Alexander Hamilton
Robert Murch
Thomas Jefferson
Bette Oliver
Mrs. Conrad
Gerald J. Quimby
Jacob
Thomas Quimby
General Knox
Barbara Reid
Mrs. Hamilton
Bradford Wallace
James Madison
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 13, 2003
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Strane, Bob Hankal
- Screenplay & Story
- Sidney Kingsley
- Original Title
- The Patriots
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- KQED, Broadway Theatre Archive
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Strane, Bob Hankal
Sidney Kingsley
Ken Campbell, Jac Venza
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Campbell
Producer
Sidney Kingsley
Writer
Robert Strane
Director
Bob Hankal
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Patriots.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Patriots
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What is The Patriots about?
This absorbing 1976 production of dramatist Sidney Kingsley's historical play centers on the formative days of the United States and the disputes between founding fathers Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. Although the two men greatly respect each other, the deep-seated clash in their ideologies engenders conflict just as the fledgling country is beginning to take root.
Who directed The Patriots?
The Patriots was directed by Robert Strane, Bob Hankal.
Who stars in The Patriots?
The principal cast of The Patriots includes Ritch Brinkley, Martha J. Brown, Ralph Clanton, Robert L. Horen, William Jay.
When was The Patriots released and how long is it?
The Patriots was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.