Founding Fathers
Series Overview
Four episodes: "Rebels With A Cause" discusses Sam Adams and John Hancock and how they influenced the start of the revolution. "Taking Liberties" discusses the heavy British tax levies, the Boston Massacre, the eloquence of orator Patrick Henry and the attempt of Benjamin Franklin to patch things up with King George. "You Say You Want a Revolution" discusses Thomas Jefferson, the early failures of George Washington, the arrest of Benjamin Franklin's son for plotting to aid the British and the support of the French. "A healthy Constitution" goes into what happened after the final defeat of the British, the lack of funds to run the country, James Madison's salvation of the revolution, and George Washington's refusal of the title "King".
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 4 Episodes
2000 – 2000
Premiered: Mon, Nov 27, 2000
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “A Healthy Consitution”
The Founding Fathers face the momentous and monumental task of framing a federal constitution for the 13 states.
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Cast & Creators
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Edward Herrmann
Narrator
Beau Bridges
Samuel Adams (voice)
James Woods
John Adams (voice)
Peter Coyote
John Hancock (voice) / Thomas Jefferson (voice)
Michael York
Alexander Hamilton (voice) / Thomas Paine (voice)
Randy Travis
James Madison (voice)
Hal Holbrook
Benjamin Franklin (voice)
Burt Reynolds
Patrick Henry (voice)
Brian Dennehy
George Washington (voice)
William M. Fowler Jr.
Self
Carol Berkin
Self
Roger Mudd
Self
Marvin Kitman
Self
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What is Founding Fathers about?
Four episodes: "Rebels With A Cause" discusses Sam Adams and John Hancock and how they influenced the start of the revolution. "Taking Liberties" discusses the heavy British tax levies, the Boston Massacre, the eloquence of orator Patrick Henry and the attempt of Benjamin Franklin to patch things up with King George. "You Say You Want a Revolution" discusses Thomas Jefferson, the early failures of George Washington, the arrest of Benjamin Franklin's son for plotting to aid the British and the support of the French. "A healthy Constitution" goes into what happened after the final defeat of the British, the lack of funds to run the country, James Madison's salvation of the revolution, and George Washington's refusal of the title "King".
How many seasons does Founding Fathers have?
Founding Fathers comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Founding Fathers?
Key cast members in Founding Fathers include Edward Herrmann, Beau Bridges, James Woods, Peter Coyote, Michael York.
Who created or directed Founding Fathers?
Founding Fathers was developed and directed by Not specified.