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Revolutionary America

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Revolutionary America tells the story of the American Founding, the greatest political achievement in history. The American colonists had developed a unique way of life as they practiced self-government for 150 years. In the struggles between the colonies and the mother country that followed the French and Indian War, Britain declared that Americans had no right to rule themselves. This went against everything the Americans knew. In response, our ancestors risked their "lives, fortunes, and sacred honor" to fight the War for Independence. Against all odds, they won, and in victory formed a stable, lasting republic. This documentary, produced by Hillsdale Studios, narrated by Tom Selleck, and featuring interviews with prominent scholars and commentators, will help you see the Revolution through the eyes of the Americans who lived through it. With expert commentary, historical documents, compelling cinematography, and beautiful music, experience the Revolution like never before! 

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Vanessa 33m Thorough and enlightening documentary on the beginnings of our nation. And, all that our men and their families endured. The enemy was relentless and masters of the war but our men were tenacious and determined in having done all, to stand...on and off the battlefield. I was flabberghasted as to how much I did not know about the men who fought to keep "We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America." I will be watching it again on DVD. Thank you Hillsdale! See more Linda 1h This is what they should show in the schools. Was very interesting documentary, done well, great narrative. See more Dennis L 1h Highlights the personal risk and the bravery of the Founding Fathers. Excellent story telling. See more James 1h Well researched ,excellent presentation . It should be required viewing of every 9th grade student in America See more Maureen 1h Tom Selleck was phenomenal! Class movie on our founding fathers! See more Barbara 1h Really well done! Felt like I got an excellent history lesson, humbled by the perseverance of our founding fathers and all the "regular'" people who sacrificed so we can live freely, enjoying "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness" Great movie See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Revolutionary America tells the story of the American Founding, the greatest political achievement in history. The American colonists had developed a unique way of life as they practiced self-government for 150 years. In the struggles between the colonies and the mother country that followed the French and Indian War, Britain declared that Americans had no right to rule themselves. This went against everything the Americans knew. In response, our ancestors risked their "lives, fortunes, and sacred honor" to fight the War for Independence. Against all odds, they won, and in victory formed a stable, lasting republic. This documentary, produced by Hillsdale Studios, narrated by Tom Selleck, and featuring interviews with prominent scholars and commentators, will help you see the Revolution through the eyes of the Americans who lived through it. With expert commentary, historical documents, compelling cinematography, and beautiful music, experience the Revolution like never before! 
Director
Ian Anthony Reid
Producer
Jeremiah Regan, Ian Anthony Reid, Kacie Hall, John Case, Tom Selleck
Distributor
Fathom Entertainment
Production Co
Hillsdale Studios, Distant Moon
Genre
Documentary, History
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 31, 2026, Limited
Runtime
1h 53m