The Adams Chronicles
Series Overview
Chronicles the story of the Adams political family over a 150-year span, including John Adams (drafter and signer of the Declaration, accomplished diplomat, and the 2nd President of the U.S.), his wife Abigail Adams, his son John Quincy Adams (acclaimed Secretary of State, the 6th President, and prominent abolitionist Congressman), grandson Charles Francis Adams, Congressman and Ambassador to Great Britain during the Civil War, and much-heralded members of the fourth generation Henry Brooks Adams, the historian and author of the novel Democracy, and Charles Francis Adams II, the industrialist.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 13 Episodes
50 min per episode
1976 – 1976
Premiered: Tue, Jan 20, 1976
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 13: “Chapter 13: Charles Francis Adams II, Industrialist”
While his brother Henry travels the world, Charles Francis II takes charge of the Union Pacific Railroad.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Virginia Kassel
Jacqueline Babbin, Anne Howard Bailey
John Morris
Paul Bogart, James Cellan Jones, Jac Venza, Robert Costello, Fred Coe
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Bogart
Producer
James Cellan Jones
Producer
Robert Costello
Producer
Fred Coe
Producer
Virginia Kassel
Producer
John Morris
Original Music Composer
Ed Wittstein
Production Design
Alvin Colt
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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What is The Adams Chronicles about?
Chronicles the story of the Adams political family over a 150-year span, including John Adams (drafter and signer of the Declaration, accomplished diplomat, and the 2nd President of the U.S.), his wife Abigail Adams, his son John Quincy Adams (acclaimed Secretary of State, the 6th President, and prominent abolitionist Congressman), grandson Charles Francis Adams, Congressman and Ambassador to Great Britain during the Civil War, and much-heralded members of the fourth generation Henry Brooks Adams, the historian and author of the novel Democracy, and Charles Francis Adams II, the industrialist.
How many seasons does The Adams Chronicles have?
The Adams Chronicles comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Adams Chronicles?
Key cast members in The Adams Chronicles include Anne Howard Bailey.
Who created or directed The Adams Chronicles?
The Adams Chronicles was developed and directed by Virginia Kassel.