TV series
John Adams
2008, English, on HBO. Created by Kirk Ellis.
He united the states of America.
Adapted from David McCullough's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, this lavish seven-part miniseries chronicles the life of Founding Father John Adams, starting with the Boston Massacre of 1770 through his years as an ambassador in Europe, then his terms as vice president and president of the United States, up to his death on July 4, 1826.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 7
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 2008
Worth the Hype
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7.7/10 from 350 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Latest episode
S1 E7: Peacefield
Aired 20 April 2008
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Kirk EllisCreator
- Paul GiamattiJohn Adams · 7 ep
- Laura LinneyAbigail Adams · 7 ep
- Stephen DillaneThomas Jefferson · 7 ep
- Danny HustonSamuel Adams · 7 ep
- David MorseGeorge Washington · 7 ep
- Sarah PolleyAbigail Adams Smith · 7 ep
- Tom WilkinsonBenjamin Franklin · 7 ep
- Steven HinkleYoung John Quincy Adams · 7 ep
- Madeline TaylorYoung Nabby Adams · 7 ep
- John DossettBenjamin Rush · 7 ep
- Ebon Moss-BachrachJohn Quincy Adams · 7 ep
- Samuel BarnettThomas Adams · 7 ep
Details
- First aired
- 16 March 2008
- Last aired
- 20 April 2008
- Network
- HBO
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- TV-14
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John Adams: quick answers
Is John Adams worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 350 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of John Adams are there?
John Adams has 1 season and 7 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is John Adams finished?
Yes. John Adams ended in 2008, so you can watch the whole story.
Where can I watch John Adams?
John Adams is streaming on JioHotstar.
Is John Adams suitable for kids?
John Adams is rated TV-14. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like John Adams?
If you liked John Adams, try Franklin, The Book of Negroes, Death by Lightning.
Who created John Adams?
John Adams was created by Kirk Ellis and stars Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney, Stephen Dillane.