1776
1972, English. Directed by Peter H. Hunt.
The award winning musical comes to the screen!
Colonial representatives gather in Philadelphia with the aim of establishing a set of governmental rules for the burgeoning United States. Benjamin Franklin and John Adams charge Thomas Jefferson with the task of writing a statement announcing the new country's emancipation from British rule.
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 90 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Peter H. HuntDirector
- William DanielsJohn Adams
- Howard Da SilvaDr. Benjamin Franklin
- Ken HowardThomas Jefferson
- Blythe DannerMartha Jefferson
- Donald MaddenJohn Dickinson (PA)
- John CullumEdward Rutledge (SC)
- David FordCongressional President John Hancock (MA)
- Ron HolgateRichard Henry Lee (VA)
- Emory BassJames Wilson (PA)
- Virginia VestoffAbigail Adams
- William HansenCaesar Rodney (DE)
- Roy PooleStephen Hopkins (RI)
Details
- Released
- 9 November 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Peter Stone
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $2.8M
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1776: quick answers
Is 1776 worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 90 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is 1776?
1776 runs 141 minutes (2h 21m).
Does 1776 have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for 1776. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is 1776 suitable for kids?
1776 is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What movies are like 1776?
If you liked 1776, try Invincible, Hamilton, Young Washington.
Who directed 1776?
1776 (1972) was directed by Peter H. Hunt and stars William Daniels, Howard Da Silva, Ken Howard.