DVD The Adams Chronicles
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Rating: - Learn about US history
Love learning about the revolution and how this nation came into being as it has affected us and the world so much. The founding fathers were amazing in their courage and dedication to freedom and liberty. I wonder if they were the exact men needed at that time. Seems to me that it would have turned out differently if another set were there. I enjoyed the John Adams newer series too but this one actually fills in more and balances out the later history. It is definitely older and not filmed as well and slower paced but persevere for the information part

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Rating: - The Original and Still the Best
If you are trying to choose between this golden oldie and HBO's recent version, rent the HBO version and buy this version. HBO's version is less factual and more gossipy. I am not really interested in whether Benjamin Franklin cheated on his wife. Iam more interested in what made John Adams tick. That is what you will find with the Adams Chronicles. You also find out what happened in four generations. There are many great actors, headed by George Grizzard as John Adams. Also watch for Kathryn Walker, an underrated actress as the young Abigail Adams.The original is still the best.

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Rating: - fantastic
These are absolutely fascinating DVD's. It was hard to find a stopping place. We wanted to just keep watching! So well done!

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Rating: - A first rate telling of the story
I had been looking for the Adams Chronicles on DVD or even VHS for years. I had seen the show back in the mid-80's and had been captivated by the scope and sweep of the story, but had never been able until now to secure a copy.

The Adams Chronicles tells the story of 4 generations of the family. In many ways what makes it interesting is that it is more than just the story of John and John Quincy. Owing to the fact that the show was produced over 30 years ago it will look a little dated sound and picture wise relative to todays TV shows. But, the quality is still quite good, and does not get in the way of the story. The only reason I mention it is I'm sure some will compare it to the much more lavishly produced John Adams mini-series just put out by HBO. Needless to say HBO had $$$ and computer technology not available in the mid-70s when the Adams Chronicles was done.

For anyone interested in learning about the first 100 years of American history. This series is an excellent, and very enjoyable starting point.