Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson

Information

First Air DateFebruary 18, 1997
Last Air DateFebruary 19, 1997
Seasons1
Episodes2
Runtime1h 30m
StatusEnded
NetworkPBS
8.0
9 votes
Popularity2

Thomas Jefferson

Synopsis

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 & Crew

Featured Cast

Sam Waterston

Sam Waterston

Thomas Jefferson (voice)

Blythe Danner

Blythe Danner

Martha Jefferson

Gwyneth Paltrow

Gwyneth Paltrow

Jefferson's grandaughter (voice)

Ossie Davis

Ossie Davis

Narrator (voice)

Michael Potts

Michael Potts

Isaac

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