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Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson

7.5

February 18, 1997

1h 30min

Documentary

Description

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.

Seasons

Miniseries

February 18, 1997

Cast

Sam Waterston

Sam Waterston

Thomas Jefferson (voice)

Blythe Danner

Blythe Danner

Martha Jefferson (voice)

Gwyneth Paltrow

Gwyneth Paltrow

Jefferson's grandaughter (voice)

Ossie Davis

Ossie Davis

Narrator (voice)

Michael Potts

Michael Potts

Isaac

Gore Vidal

Gore Vidal

Self

George Will

George Will

Self

Crew

Directing: Ken Burns
Writing: Geoffrey C. Ward

Where to Watch

Streaming

PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel

WETA+

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