Thomas Jefferson
1997
90 min
8.0
US
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.
Episodes
Show Details
Network
PBS
Status
Ended
Seasons
1 seasons
2 episodes
Language
English
Key Crew
Ken Burns
Director
Ken Burns
Creator
Cast
Sam Waterston
Thomas Jefferson (voice)
Blythe Danner
Martha Jefferson
Gwyneth Paltrow
Jefferson's grandaughter (voice)
Ossie Davis
Narrator (voice)
Michael Potts
Isaac
