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.
Production
American Lives Film Project · Florentine Films · WETA
Networks
PBSSeasons
Miniseries
2 ep · 1997
Cast & Characters
Sam Waterston
Thomas Jefferson (voice)
Blythe Danner
Martha Jefferson (voice)
Gwyneth Paltrow
Jefferson's grandaughter (voice)
Ossie Davis
Narrator (voice)
Michael Potts
Isaac
Gore Vidal
Self
George Will
Self
Directors & Crew
Ken Burns
Director
Geoffrey C. Ward
Writer
Ken Burns
Creator
Screenshots & Stills
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