The American Revolution Season 1 Episode 1

In Order to Be Free (May 1754 – May 1775)

Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause.

Guest Stars

Adam Arkin

James Parker / Ashbel Green / Andrew Hunter / Enoch Anderson / Timothy Dwight / Robert Morris (voice)

Josh Brolin

George Washington (voice)

Josh Charles

Joseph Warren / John Peters / David Ramsey (voice)

Hugh Dancy

Hugh Percy / John Burgoyne / Banastre Tarleton / Comte de Vergennes (voice)

Claire Danes

Abigail Adams (voice)