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The War that Made America

2006·Show
4Episodes in1Season

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Spectacular and violent

  • Spectacle7
  • Violence7
  • Tension6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction and storytelling

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

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About

The War that Made America is a PBS miniseries about the French and Indian War, which was first aired in two parts on January 18 & 25, 2006. The series features extensive reenactments of historical events, with on-screen narration provided by Canadian actor Graham Greene. Much of the story focuses on George Washington, connecting his role in the war with the later American Revolution. Pontiac's Rebellion, which followed the French and Indian War, is also covered in the series. The series was filmed in June, July, and August 2004 in and around the Western Pennsylvania region where many events actually took place during the war.
Historical DocumentaryWar HistoryAmerican HistoryFrench and Indian WarGeorge WashingtonEducationalMilitary ConflictPolitical IntrigueReenactmentsColonial America

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Is The War that Made America worth watching?

85
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Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The War that Made America rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does The War that Made America have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 4 episodes.

Is The War that Made America based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did The War that Made America air?

It ran from 2006 to 2006 and has ended.

What language is The War that Made America in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.