Drama, History  •  1972  •  141 min  •  All Ages

1776 (1972)

1776 poster

1776 (1972)


Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Christianity: Positive

Viewer Rating
7.1

Overview

Colonial representatives gather in Philadelphia with the aim of establishing a set of governmental rules for the burgeoning United States. Benjamin Franklin and John Adams charge Thomas Jefferson with the task of writing a statement announcing the new country's emancipation from British rule.


Starring Cast

William Daniels  •   Howard Da Silva  •   Ken Howard


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Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Traditional

Primary

Political: Leans Right
Confidence: Medium

The film's central thesis celebrates the birth of the United States, emphasizing national independence, individual liberty, and the wisdom of the founding fathers in establishing a new nation based on enduring principles, which aligns with conservative interpretations of American history and values.

Diversity: Low
Confidence: High

The film '1776' features a traditional cast that accurately reflects the historical figures of the American Revolution, who were primarily white men. Its narrative focuses on the political and philosophical debates of the era, portraying these historical figures in a neutral to positive light without incorporating modern DEI critiques of traditional identities.

Secondary

Christianity: Positive
Confidence: High

The film portrays Christianity as an integral part of the moral and philosophical framework of the American Revolution's founders. Characters frequently invoke God and divine providence, presenting their beliefs as sincere and foundational to their pursuit of liberty and justice. The narrative respects the role of faith in shaping the era's ideals.

LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High

The film '1776' is a historical musical focusing on the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes, as its narrative is strictly centered on the historical figures and political developments of the era.

Trans: N/A
Confidence: High

The film '1776' is a historical musical centered on the American Revolution and the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. It does not feature any transsexual characters or themes, as its narrative is strictly focused on the historical events and figures of that period.

Female Combat: N/R

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High

The film "1776" is a historical musical depicting real figures from the American Revolution. All characters, including prominent historical figures like John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson, are portrayed on screen with their historically established genders.

Race Swap: No
Confidence: High

The 1972 film "1776" portrays historical figures from the American Revolution. All major historical characters, who were historically white, are depicted by white actors in the film, thus containing no instances of a race swap.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

7.1

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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7.6
The Movie Database logo
6.9

Critic Ratings

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6.8
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N/A

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