The American Experiment(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.
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Season 1
5 episodes · 2026
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, this historical documentary reexamines the improbable achievement that was the nation's founding, and the radical question at the center of the American Revolution: Can a people govern themselves?
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The American Experiment is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did The American Experiment come out?+
The American Experiment was first aired in 2026.
How many seasons of The American Experiment are there?+
The American Experiment has 1 season and 5 episodes in total.
Who stars in The American Experiment?+
The American Experiment stars Martin Sheen and Robert McAtee.
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