1776(1972)
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Synopsis
Colonial representatives gather in Philadelphia with the aim of establishing a set of governmental rules for the burgeoning United States. Benjamin Franklin and John Adams charge Thomas Jefferson with the task of writing a statement announcing the new country's emancipation from British rule.
Directed by Peter H. Hunt
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Cast
William Daniels
John Adams
Howard Da Silva
Dr. Benjamin Franklin
Ken Howard
Thomas Jefferson
Blythe Danner
Martha Jefferson
Donald Madden
John Dickinson (PA)
John Cullum
Edward Rutledge (SC)
David Ford
Congressional President John Hancock (MA)
Ron Holgate
Richard Henry Lee (VA)
Emory Bass
James Wilson (PA)
Virginia Vestoff
Abigail Adams
William Hansen
Caesar Rodney (DE)
Roy Poole
Stephen Hopkins (RI)
Ray Middleton
Col. Thomas McKean (DE)
Stephen Nathan
Courier
Ralston Hill
Charles Thomson
William Duell
Andrew McNair
James Noble
Rev. John Witherspoon (NJ)
Howard Caine
Lewis Morris (NY)
1776 — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch 1776?+
1776 is available to stream on Fawesome, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Tubi TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did 1776 come out?+
1776 was released in 1972.
How long is 1776?+
1776 runs for 141 minutes (2 hours and 21 minutes).
Who directed 1776?+
1776 was directed by Peter H. Hunt.
Who stars in 1776?+
1776 stars William Daniels, Howard Da Silva, Ken Howard, Blythe Danner and Donald Madden.
Is 1776 worth watching?+
1776 holds a 6.9/10 rating from 89 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and history.
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