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Thomas Jefferson
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Thomas Jefferson

1997–1997
1 Season
2 Episodes

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.

CAST
Sam WaterstonThomas Jefferson (voice)Blythe DannerMartha Jefferson (voice)Gwyneth PaltrowJefferson's grandaughter (voice)Ossie DavisNarrator (voice)Michael PottsIsaacGore VidalSelfGeorge WillSelf
DETAILS
GENRES
Documentary
STATUSEnded
RATING
7.5
NETWORK
PBS
EPISODES
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