The American Experiment
Life. Liberty. The pursuit of happiness. This sweeping historical documentary series traces how the ideals of America's founders gave rise to a nation.
Cast: Martin Sheen
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Season 1
5 episodes
1. FreedomA young George Washington establishes his military bonafides, and the American colonies begin to chafe at new taxes imposed by the British Crown.TV-14CC1 h 19 minJun 24, 2026
2. Tyranny, Like Hell, Is Not Easily ConqueredThomas Jefferson is tapped to draft the Declaration of Independence. Led by Washington, the Continental Army suffers a devastating series of defeats.TV-14CC1 h 8 minJun 24, 2026
3. The United States Are Not UnitedWith the outcome of the war hanging in the balance, the Americans deploy Benjamin Franklin's charms to solicit support from Britain's longtime rival.TV-14CC1 h 14 minJun 24, 2026
4. We the PeopleThe war is won, but the "perpetual union" is on the verge of collapse. Delegates from each state gather to devise an innovative form of government.TV-14CC1 h 12 minJun 24, 2026
5. Washington's WarningGeorge Washington steps into the unknown as the nation's first president. Partisanship dawns with an ideological rift between Jefferson and Hamilton.TV-14CC1 h 27 minJun 24, 2026
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Life. Liberty. The pursuit of happiness. This sweeping historical documentary series traces how the ideals of America's founders gave rise to a nation.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Brian Knappenberger, Sarah Huisenga, Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman
- Cast
- Martin Sheen
- Studio
- Luminant Media, Playtone
Maturity rating
TV-14Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
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