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The Revolution
Release poster
Also known asThe American Revolution
GenreDocumentary
Written byAlexander Emmert
Stephen Stept
Directed byPeter Schnall
Alexander Emmert
Narrated byEdward Herrmann
ComposerGary Pozner
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of episodes13
Production
Executive producersPeter Schnall
Justine Simonson
Stephen Stept
ProducerGregory Henry
CinematographyPeter Schnall
David Shadrack Smith
EditorÍsold Uggadóttir
Running time60 minutes
Production companyPartisan Pictures
Original release
NetworkThe History Channel
ReleaseJune 4 (2006-06-04)[1] –
August 27, 2006 (2006-08-27)[2][3]

The Revolution[4] (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.

Cast

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Edward Herrmann, as the Narrator

Episodes

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"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.

Home media release and episode status

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

The miniseries is currently available for streaming online on the History Channel's streaming service, History Vault, as well as Amazon Prime Video, Plex, The Roku Channel and Tubi.[5][6][7][8][9]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Sunday Evening/Late Night". Laredo Morning Times. June 4, 2006. Retrieved May 29, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. ^ "The Revolution (2006) (a Titles & Air Dates Guide)". Epguides. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  3. ^ "Sunday Morning/Afternoon". Statesman Journal. Salem, Oregon. August 27, 2006. Retrieved May 30, 2026 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ^ "What is the best audiovisual material to teach students about the American Revolution or Founding Era?". November 15, 2018.
  5. ^ "Watch The Revolution Season 1". Amazon Prime Video. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  6. ^ "Watch The Revolution Season 1 Full Episodes Free Online". Plex. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  7. ^ "Watch The Revolution (2006) Online for Free". The Roku Channel. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  8. ^ "Watch The Revolution Streaming Online". Tubi. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  9. ^ "Watch The Revolution". History Vault. Retrieved May 30, 2026.
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