Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson

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1997- 1997
1 Seasons
2 Episodes
7.5(11 votes)
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Documentary

Overview

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.

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Production Companies

Florentine Films
WETA

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

Cast & Crew

7 members
Acting

Sam Waterston

Thomas Jefferson (voice)

Sam Waterston
Acting

Blythe Danner

Martha Jefferson (voice)

Blythe Danner
Acting

Gwyneth Paltrow

Jefferson's grandaughter (voice)

Gwyneth Paltrow
Acting

Ossie Davis

Narrator (voice)

Ossie Davis
Acting

Michael Potts

Isaac

Michael Potts
Writing

Gore Vidal

Self

Gore Vidal
Acting

George Will

Self

George Will

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