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The complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this probing documentary. Covering Jefferson's diplomatic work in France, his two presidential terms, his retirement at Monticello and more.

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Sam Waterston, Ken Burns, Blythe Danner, Geoffrey C. Ward, Gwyneth Paltrow, Michael Potts, Ken Burns, Ossie Davis, Michael Potts

Director
Ken Burns

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Thomas Jefferson

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The complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this probing documentary. Covering Jefferson's diplomatic work in France, his two presidential terms, his retirement at Monticello and more.

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Released
1997
Runtime
1 hr 30 min