John Adams (HBO)
Historical drama about America's second president.
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About John Adams (HBO)
Released: 2008
Platform: Max
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 1 Seasons Available (7 Episodes)
Cast
Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney, Stephen Dilane, Tom Wilkinson, David Morse, John Dossett, Rufus Sewell, Sarah Polley, Samuel Barnett, Stephen Dillane, Andrew Scott, Danny Huston, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Steven Hinkle, Madeline Taylor, Mamie Gummer, Kevin Trainor, Michael Hall D'Addario, Justin Theroux, Judith Magre, Brennan Brown, Tom Beckett, Jules Croiset, Sieger Sloot, Lex Van Delden, Zeljko Ivanek, John Keating, Thomas Langston, Timmy Sherrill, Lucas N. Hall, James Judice, Tim Seip, John Bedford Lloyd, Jean-Hugues Anglade, Tom Hollander, Ritchie Coster, David McCullough, Kirk Ellis, Michelle Ashford, Rob Lane, Joseph Vitarelli, Laura Linney, Paul Giamatti, David Morse, Tom Wilkinson
John Adams (HBO)
About John Adams (HBO)
John Adams (HBO) is an American television miniseries chronicling most of U.S. President John Adams' political life and his role in the founding of the United States. The miniseries was directed by Tom Hooper, and it first aired on HBO in 2008.
Making / Production
The production of this series involved meticulous historical research to ensure accuracy and authenticity. Shot in Virginia, it accurately captures the life in the 18th century America. Developed from David McCullough's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography, each episode covers a specific period in Adams's life, finishing with his death.
Actors
- Paul Giamatti as John Adams: He perfectly captures Adams' passion and complex personality, showing us a man who was both fiercely loyal to his country and deeply devoted to his wife.
- Laura Linney as Abigail Adams: She played her role as the wise and forthright wife of Adams with depth and subtlety, revealing her character's unflinching support for her husband's political pursuits.
- Stephen Dillane as Thomas Jefferson: Dillane brought charisma and elegance to his portrayal of Jefferson, brilliantly exploring the layered relationship between him and Adams.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The miniseries was filmed primarily at Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia.
- The scene showing the Declaration of Independence's approval was aired on July 4th to commemorate Independence Day.
- Paul Giamatti, starring as John Adams, is a direct descendant of the Adams family through his mother.
Awards
The miniseries won many awards, including 4 Golden Globe Awards and 13 Primetime Emmy Awards, more than any other miniseries in history at the time.
Quotes
- "Fear is the foundation of most governments." - John Adams
- "I must study politics and war, that our sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy." - John Adams
- "This is a revolution, damn it! We're going to have to offend somebody!" - Benjamin Franklin
Music / Soundtrack
- The series’ score was composed by Rob Lane and Joseph Vitarelli, creating a sonorous backdrop to the events of Adams’ life.
- 'Opening Titles Theme' - is a memorable tune that captures the essence of the period.
- 'Independence Declared' - depicts the celebration and solemnity of the momentous occasion.
About John Adams (HBO)
John Adams is a historical drama mini-series detailing the life, achievements, and challenges of the second US President
