John Adams (HBO TV Miniseries)

Without John Adams these States would have never been united.

History Movie Data

Time:
1700's

Period:
Colonial America

Place:
America

Reference Book:
David McCullough 's John-Adams

Notable Characters:
George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and the Patriots

Movie Details

Film Director:
Tom Hooper

MPAA Rating:
PG-13 (for thematic elements and brief disturbing images)

Length:
501 Minutes

Genres:
Revolutionary War
American History Movies
Drama
Biographies
Biopics
Biographical miniseries
TV Miniseries

Starring:
Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney, David Morse, Sarah Polley, Rufus Sewell, Justin Theroux, Tom Wilkinson, Danny Huston, Stephen Dillane, Clancy O'Connor

Written by:
Kirk Ellis
Based on the book by
David McCullough

Music by:
Rob Lane and Joseph Vitarelli

This HBO mini series covers about 50 years of the life of the most crucial patriarch in American History.

From the very beginning of the film you can FEEL history, as if you were truly there. Constantly surprising and intriguing.

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Part I: Join or Die

Part II: Independence

Part III: Don't Tread on Me

Part IV: Reunion

Part V: Unite or Die

Part VI: Unnecessary War

Part VII: Peacefield

You can buy it from Amazon here but it's just too expensive, below there's a link to find it on eBay for half the price!

Part 1: Join or Die
(Stream it from Amazon)
(will end up paying over $22)

What's in the film / What to watch out for

What We Look For	History Movies Rating	Movie Content
Historical Accuracy:		David Mccullough gave his approval
Movie Quality and Overall movie experience:		Great!
Good or bad for kids / Teens:		Teens need lots of guidance, children should not watch
Plot & Setting:		Great!
Sexual Stuff and Nudity:		You'll find a couple of questionable scenes
Violence:		Violent but portrays the greatness of America
Language and Vulgarity:		Language is suitable for adults only
Modern Culture Influence:
Vices, addictions, drugs, alcohol:
Commercialism:
Age Appropriateness:		Mature teens and mature adults will enjoy it ;)
Political Influences:		Great!
Message / Educational:		Great!
Judeo-Christian Values:
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