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1776

G19722h 21mPeter H. Hunt
IMDb 7.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 70%
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"The award winning musical comes to the screen!"

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.

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Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaCongressMusicalBased On True StoryBased On Play Or Musical18th CenturyFounding FathersDeclaration Of IndependenceInformative

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Frequently asked questions

What is 1776 (1972) about?

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.

Who stars in 1776?

1776 stars William Daniels (John Adams), Howard Da Silva (Dr. Benjamin Franklin), Ken Howard (Thomas Jefferson), Blythe Danner (Martha Jefferson), Donald Madden (John Dickinson (PA)). The film was directed by Peter H. Hunt.

How long is 1776?

1776 has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1972. It is rated G.

Is 1776 worth watching?

1776 holds an IMDb rating of 7.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 70. Fans of Drama, History are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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