The Roosevelts: An Intimate History

·2014 ·1 Season ·Documentary ·History ·War & Politics

This documentary series delves into the intertwined lives of Theodore, Franklin, and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring the journeys of one of America's most significant political families. For the first time, their unique stories are brought together in a cohesive narrative. Spanning seven episodes and fourteen hours, the film chronicles over a hundred years of history, starting with Theodore's birth in 1858 and concluding with Eleanor's passing in 1962.

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1 Season 1 7 ep
1
Get Action (1858-1901)
Get Action (1858-1901)
2014-09-14
2
In the Arena (1901-1910)
In the Arena (1901-1910)
2014-09-15
3
The Fire of Life (1910-1919)
The Fire of Life (1910-1919)
2014-09-16
4
The Storm (1920-1933)
The Storm (1920-1933)
2014-09-17
5
The Rising Road (1933-1939)
The Rising Road (1933-1939)
2014-09-18
6
The Common Cause (1939-1944)
The Common Cause (1939-1944)
2014-09-19
7
A Strong and Active Faith (1944-1962)
A Strong and Active Faith (1944-1962)
2014-09-20

Actors

Peter Coyote
Peter Coyote
Acting
David McCullough
David McCullough
Acting
Meryl Streep
Meryl Streep
Acting
Edward Herrmann
Edward Herrmann
Acting
Paul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti
Acting
Theodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt
Acting
Doris Kearns Goodwin
Doris Kearns Goodwin
Acting
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Acting
John Lithgow
John Lithgow
Acting
Eleanor Roosevelt
Eleanor Roosevelt
Acting

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