1776

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  • Opened November 9, 1972 
  • 3 hr 0 min
  • PG

  • Parents: Common Sense Media says OK for kids 8+. More on child suitability

  • The nation's fathers harmonize their way through the founding of America in this musical adapted from a popular Broadway show. Colonial representatives gather in Philadelphia with the aim of establishing a set of governmental rules for the burgeoning United States. Benjamin Franklin (Howard da Silva) and John Adams (William Daniels) charge Thomas Jefferson (Ken Howard) with the work of writing a statement announcing the new country's emancipation from British rule. Full synopsis

  • Cast: William Daniels, Howard Da Silva, Ken Howard, David Ford
  • Director: Peter H. Hunt
  • Genres: Period Film, Musical Comedy, Musical

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