The Revolution (miniseries)

The Revolution^[1] (also known as The American Revolution) is a 2006 American miniseries from The History Channel composed of thirteen episodes which track the American Revolution from the Boston Massacre through the Treaty of Paris, which declared America's independence from Great Britain. The series is narrated by Edward Herrmann.

The Revolution
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Also known as	The American Revolution
Genre	Documentary
Written by	Alexander Emmert Stephen Stept
Directed by	Peter Schnall Alexander Emmert
Narrated by	Edward Herrmann
Composer	Gary Pozner
Country of origin	United States
Original language	English
No. of episodes	13
Production
Executive producers	Peter Schnall Justine Simonson Stephen Stept
Producer	Gregory Henry
Cinematography	Peter Schnall David Shadrack Smith
Editor	Isold Uggadotttir
Running time	60 min
Original release
Network	The History Channel
Release	2006 (2006)

Cast

Edward Herrmann, as the Narrator

• Mark Collins as George Washington
• Glenn C. Reimer as John Adams
• Ben Beckley/Jason Audette as Thomas Jefferson
• John H. Bert as Alexander Hamilton
• James Karcher as Gen. Benedict Arnold
• Chris O'Brocto as Gen. Horatio Gates
• Jonah Triebwasser as Gen. Thomas Gage
• Daniel B. Martin as Gen. Nathanael Greene
• Nicholas Barber as Lord North
• Dave Dyshuk as Gen. John Burgoyne

Episodes

"Boston, Bloody Boston."

The controversies and conflicts leading to war, including the Stamp Act, the Boston Massacre, the Boston Tea Party, and the Battles of Lexington and Concord.

"Rebellion to Revolution."

The Revolutionaries lay siege to Boston; the formation of the Continental Army and the conscription of slaves by both sides.

"Declaring Independence."

Dark and devastating struggles challenge the dreams for independence in 1776.

"American Crisis."

General George Washington gambles on a brilliant yet dangerously daring stroke to save his army and America.

"Path to World War."

Benjamin Franklin tries to convince the French to join the fight against Britain; Philadelphia falls to the British; the Americans win a stunning victory at Saratoga and gain a new ally.

"Forging an Army."

Washington struggles to sustain and rebuild his Army at Valley Forge.

"Treason & Betrayal."

General Benedict Arnold is made military governor of Philadelphia and marries Peggy Shippen, but attacks on his character and perceived insults to his honor cause him to betray the revolution.

"The War Heads South."

A new British war plan is conceived, a new British commander-in-chief is selected and the British lay siege to Charleston.

"Hornet's Nest."

War erupts in the Southern Colonies with Americans vs. British and Loyalists vs. Patriots, British general Banastre Tarleton creates a bloody reputation and Washington dispatches General Nathanael Greene to rebuild the American Southern Army.

"The End Game."

The struggle for independence reaches its climax as both sides are tired of the war.

"Becoming a Nation."

King George III is forced by the parliament to sue for peace and Washington disbands the Continental Army.

"Road to the Presidency."

The War is over, but Washington is enlisted for another duty.

"A President and His Revolution."

While Washington is on his way to be inaugurated as the first President of the United States, he looks back at some defining moments in the revolution.

DVD release

The History Channel and A&E Home Video released a four disc DVD set on December 19, 2006, following its series debut on the History Channel.

See also

• List of television series and miniseries about the American Revolution
• List of films about the American Revolution