Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain
“A documentary about race, slavery and the new nation”
Series Overview
One of America's most complex and enduring figures, Thomas Jefferson struggled personally and publicly with an issue that would come to define our nation. Examining the possible relationship between Jefferson and Monticello slave Sally Hemings, the program includes comments from such noted historians as Pulitzer Prize-winner Gordon Wood, former Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, noted Jefferson biographer Merrill Peterson, and others. Featuring the voices of Edward Herrmann, Sissy Spacek, Danny Glover, and Robert Prosky.
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1 Season • 2 Episodes
57 min per episode
1995 – 1995
Premiered: Tue, Apr 4, 1995
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Part 2”
Slave revolt, the Jefferson presidency, the Sally Hemings scandal, and the end of Jefferson’s life.
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Cast & Creators
Explore Star Directory →Martin Doblmeier
Self - Host
Edward Herrmann
Thomas Jefferson (voice)
Danny Glover
Isaac Jefferson (voice)
Robert Prosky
Edmund Bacon (voice)
Sissy Spacek
Martha Jefferson Randolph (voice)
Jewell Robinson
Hannah (voice)
Michael P. Sullivan
James T. Callender (voice)
Cindy Geary
Martha Jefferson (voice)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Doblmeier
Gerry Bowles
Tim Finkbiner
Charles W. Sydnor, Jr, Martin Doblmeier
Department Leadership Roster
Gerry Bowles
Original Music Composer
Martin Doblmeier
Producer
Tim Finkbiner
Editor
Martin Doblmeier
Writer
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What is Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain about?
One of America's most complex and enduring figures, Thomas Jefferson struggled personally and publicly with an issue that would come to define our nation. Examining the possible relationship between Jefferson and Monticello slave Sally Hemings, the program includes comments from such noted historians as Pulitzer Prize-winner Gordon Wood, former Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, noted Jefferson biographer Merrill Peterson, and others. Featuring the voices of Edward Herrmann, Sissy Spacek, Danny Glover, and Robert Prosky.
How many seasons does Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain have?
Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain?
Key cast members in Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain include Martin Doblmeier, Edward Herrmann, Danny Glover, Robert Prosky, Sissy Spacek.
Who created or directed Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain?
Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain was developed and directed by Not specified.