The Presidents
The Lives and Legacies of the 43 Leaders of the United States.
TV-PG 2005 · 1 season · 9 eps · ★ 6.5 · Documentary, War & Politics, News
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The show documents each of the Presidents in the union, starting with George Washington, following a chronological order up until George W. Bush. Each President's segment begins with the narrator giving a brief dossier about each one, from their political affiliation, family, and notable traits. The show then highlights the history behind each presidency, linking each one to the following.
Created by Craig Haffner
Network: History
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Edward Herrmann Narrator - R Richard Brookhiser Richard Brookhiser
- W William M. Fowler Jr. William M. Fowler Jr.
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James M. McPherson James M. McPherson - E Eric Foner Eric Foner, PhD
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Annette Gordon-Reed Annette Gordon-Reed - C Carol Berkin Carol Berkin
- J James Rees James Rees
- M Marvin Kitman Marvin Kitman
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Daniel Walker Howe Daniel Walker Howe -
Harry Watson Harry Watson
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