1776 (Restored Director's Cut) | 
| Director: Peter H. Hunt
Actors: William Daniels, Howard Da Silva, Ken Howard, Donald Madden, John Cullum
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  326 reviews
Sales Rank: 1020
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Director's Cut, Dolby, Dvd-video, Subtitled, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 166
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: D05891D
ISBN: 0767860322
UPC: 043396058910
EAN: 9780767860321
ASIN: B000067D1R
Theatrical Release Date: November 17, 1972
Release Date: July 2, 2002
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The hit Broadway musical by Peter Stone and Sherman Edwards became the basis for this 1972 film about America's first congress and the nation's declaration of independence from Britain. Most of the original cast members are aboard, including William Daniels as John Adams. The film is a little stodgy and moves stiffly from scene to scene--the adaptation to the screen is not a smooth success. But it is nonetheless captivating, considering that so few films have dealt directly with America's birth. Directed by Peter H. Hunt. --Tom Keogh
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 Fun and historical movie August 16, 2008
I think this musical is a great mixture of history, humor and enjoyable music. The characters were well cast. William Daniels as John Adams is superb--okay, not the most melodious singer, but expressive and perfect for the part.
1776 is an excellent choice for viewing on patriotic holidays, especially July 4, of course.
My biggest objection to the movies? Using "Jesus" repeatedly as an exclamation. That is offensive and totally unnecessary.
Director's cut and commentary are brilliant! August 4, 2008
I saw this on Broadway and in the movies when released. The restored director's cut is a vast improvement in picture, sound and continuity. I love the justice that 30 years brought in allowing the director to have the final say. Take that, Jack Warner!
William Daniels is so magnificent,I've been unable to get him out of my head in subsequent Adams works. He IS Adams to me.
 July 4th Set to Music August 1, 2008
Although heavily panned at its original release and the film did not enjoy the same accolades as the Broadway musical, American History students may find 1776 an easy way to enjoy learing about the men and disagreements behind July 4th. I have used this movie for a college level History class. Most students find it an interesting way to see the founding fathers and the events that led to the declaration of American independence.
1776 Movie August 1, 2008
The movie was worth the wait. It is quite accurate and depicts a moment in our history that is the foundation of our country. The acting is believable and takes you to the spot were this all happened.
Worth the money , it should be in your library
Still holds up July 31, 2008
I first saw this movie in 1976 when just about every television station ran it as part of their Bicentinnial celebration. More than 30 years later, the film still hold up as a very entertaining (if not always historically accurate) take on the birth of our nation. Seeing Howard Da Silva's Ben Franklin alone is worth the price of admission. The commentary provided by the director helps put the film in its 1992 context. So does the fact that the movie ends with a simple "The End" title instead of 20 minutes of credits.
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