The Words That Built America
2017, English. Directed by Alexandra Pelosi.
In recognition of the 4th of July, several celebrities and politicians of differing ideologies join to read the historic documents which laid the foundation for the United States of America.
- Runtime
- 0h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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The Words That Built America is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Alexandra PelosiDirector
- David McCulloughSelf - Narrator (voice)
- Kevin BaconSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- Jack BlackSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- Tucker CarlsonSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- CommonSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- Bryan CranstonSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- Anderson CooperSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- Robert De NiroSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- Laura DernSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- Robert DuvallSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- America FerreraSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
- Morgan FreemanSelf - Reader: Declaration of Independence
Details
- Released
- 4 July 2017
- Country
- United States of America
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How long is The Words That Built America?
The Words That Built America runs 49 minutes (0h 49m).
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The Words That Built America parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Words That Built America is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Words That Built America on?
The Words That Built America is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Words That Built America?
If you liked The Words That Built America, try The Show Must Go On: The Queen + Adam Lambert Story, Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20, The War Room.
Who directed The Words That Built America?
The Words That Built America (2017) was directed by Alexandra Pelosi and stars David McCullough, Kevin Bacon, Jack Black.