Thomas Jefferson
February 18, 1997
1 Season
2 Episodes
Ended
Documentary
7.5
User Score
11 votes
About
The complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this probing documentary. Covering Jefferson's diplomatic work in France, his two presidential terms, his retirement at Monticello and more.
Movie Info
Status: Ended
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 2
Network:
PBS
Aired:
1997–1997
Top Cast
Sam Waterston
Thomas Jefferson (voice)
Blythe Danner
Martha Jefferson (voice)
Gwyneth Paltrow
Jefferson's grandaughter (voice)
Ossie Davis
Narrator (voice)
Michael Potts
Isaac
Gore Vidal
Self
George Will
Self
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