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1. Franklin (2024– )
TV-MA | Biography, Drama, History
Explores the story of one of the greatest gambles of Franklin's career. At age 70, Franklin outmaneuvered British spies and French informers while engineering the Franco-American alliance of 1778.
Stars: Michael Douglas, Noah Jupe, Daniel Mays, Olivier Claverie
Votes: 1,578
2. John Adams (2008)
TV-14 | 71 min | Biography, Drama, History
The life of one of the USA's Founding Fathers, its second President, and his role in the nation's first 50 years.
Stars: Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney, John Dossett, Stephen Dillane
Votes: 36,661
3. Final Destination 3 (2006)
R | 93 min | Horror, Thriller
Wendy Christensen and a group of teens who escaped a fatal roller-coaster crash face a bloody date with Death.
Director: James Wong | Stars: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Ryan Merriman, Kris Lemche, Alexz Johnson
Votes: 153,807 | Gross: $54.10M
4. How High (2001)
R | 93 min | Comedy, Fantasy
Two guys by the name of Silas and Jamal decided to one day smoke something magical, which eventually helps them to ace their college entrance exam.
Director: Jesse Dylan | Stars: Method Man, Redman, Obba Babatundé, Mike Epps
Votes: 61,818 | Gross: $31.16M
5. Once Upon a Studio (2023)
G | 9 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
An all-star ensemble of beloved characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios come together for a joyful, entertaining and emotional reunion as they assemble for a spectacular group photo to mark Disney's 100th anniversary.
Directors: Dan Abraham, Trent Correy | Stars: Scott Adsit, Stan Alexander, Stephen J. Anderson, Tony Anselmo
Votes: 6,756
6. The Last Sharknado: It's About Time (2018 TV Movie)
TV-14 | 86 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
Fin has to go back in time to rejoin his shark-battling friends to stop the first Sharknado and save humanity.
Director: Anthony C. Ferrante | Stars: Ian Ziering, Tara Reid, Cassandra Scerbo, Judah Friedlander
Votes: 5,125
7. Into the West (2005)
TV-14 | 92 min | Adventure, Drama, Romance
Tales from the American West in the 19th century, told from the perspective of two families, one of white settlers and one of Native Americans.
Stars: Joseph M. Marshall, Irene Bedard, Gil Birmingham, John Terry
Votes: 7,557
8. Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey (1991)
PG | 93 min | Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
A tyrant from the future creates evil android doubles of Bill and Ted and sends them back to eliminate the originals.
Director: Peter Hewitt | Stars: Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter, William Sadler, Joss Ackland
Votes: 81,099 | Gross: $38.04M
9. Sons of Liberty (2015)
TV-14 | 90 min | Drama, History
The story of a group of very different men fighting in the American Colonies for freedom, and how they will shape the future for the United States of America. Based on true stories.
Stars: Ben Barnes, Marton Csokas, Henry Thomas, Ryan Eggold
Votes: 4,736
10. 1776 (1972)
G | 141 min | Drama, Family, History
A musical retelling of the American Revolution's political struggle in the Continental Congress to declare independence.
Director: Peter H. Hunt | Stars: William Daniels, Howard Da Silva, Ken Howard, Donald Madden
Votes: 10,306 | Gross: $6.10M
11. Liberty's Kids (2002–2003)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
The American Revolutionary War is seen through the eyes of an American teenaged lad, a young English lady, and a French boy, all three of whom work as reporters for Benjamin Franklin.
Stars: Walter Cronkite, Kathleen Barr, Reo Jones, Chris Lundquist
Votes: 1,494
12. Marie Antoinette (1938)
Passed | 149 min | Biography, Drama, History
The tragic life of Marie Antoinette, who became queen of France in her late teens.
Directors: W.S. Van Dyke, Julien Duvivier | Stars: Norma Shearer, Tyrone Power, John Barrymore, Robert Morley
Votes: 3,286
13. The Bastard (1978)
240 min | Drama, History, Romance
When Phillipe Charboneau, the illegitimate son of an English duke, travels from France to England to claim his inheritance, he incurs the wrath of his father's family and is forced to flee ... See full summary »
Stars: Andrew Stevens, Olivia Hussey, Barry Sullivan, Mark Neely
Votes: 359
14. John Paul Jones (1959)
126 min | Action, Biography, History
The career of Revolutionary War naval hero from his youth in Scotland through his service to Catherine the Great of Russia.
Director: John Farrow | Stars: Robert Stack, Marisa Pavan, Charles Coburn, Erin O'Brien
Votes: 1,436
15. The Simpsons Game (2007 Video Game)
T | Action, Adventure, Comedy
The Simpson family learn they are part of a video game and are given superpowers to save their 8-bit predecessors.
Director: Ralph Sosa | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith
Votes: 1,391
16. Lloyd's of London (1936)
Approved | 118 min | Drama, History, Romance
An honest broker saves the day.
Director: Henry King | Stars: Tyrone Power, Madeleine Carroll, Freddie Bartholomew, Guy Standing
Votes: 1,213
17. Ben and Me (1953)
Passed | 21 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
A mouse tells the story of how he guided Benjamin Franklin to success and prominence.
Directors: Hamilton Luske, Clyde Geronimi, Wilfred Jackson | Stars: Sterling Holloway, Hans Conried, Stan Freberg, James MacDonald
Votes: 1,025
18. Benjamin Franklin (2002)
210 min | Documentary, Biography, History
The story of the renowned American polymath.
Stars: Richard Easton, Dylan Baker, Colm Feore, Sebastian Roché
Votes: 182
19. Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (2009 Video Game)
E10+ | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Larry Daley joins forces with Teddy Roosevelt, Amelia Earhart and others to prevent one of history's worst villains from conquering the world.
Stars: Ben Stiller, Ted Biaselli, Jim Cummings, Chad Einbinder
Votes: 1,471
20. Janice Meredith (1924)
Passed | 153 min | Drama, History, Romance
It is 1774, the eve of the American War of Independence. Janice comes from a Tory household. She cavorts with American and British alike, is pursued by Charles Fownes, patriot and friend of... See full summary »
Director: E. Mason Hopper | Stars: Marion Davies, Holbrook Blinn, Harrison Ford, Macklyn Arbuckle
Votes: 721 | Gross: $0.43M
21. Yankee Doodle Bugs (1954)
7 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Bugs lectures his nephew Clyde about early America, inserting himself into events wherever possible.
Director: Friz Freleng | Stars: Mel Blanc, Bea Benaderet
Votes: 336
22. Carmen Sandiego's Great Chase Through Time (1999 Video Game)
Adventure, Comedy, History
Master thief Carmen Sandiego has a time machine called Chronoskimmer and plans to steal historical reaches, such as the Declaration of Independence. Travel to various eras, find out why she's there and stop her plan.
Directors: Jenean Estigoy, Stuart Lowder, Jonathan G. Meath, Haroon Tahir | Stars: Bonnie Akimoto, Doug Boyd, Brenda Burke, Petri Byrd
Votes: 42
24. Scribblenauts Unlimited (2012 Video Game)
E10+ | Adventure, Fantasy
Maxwell must collect starites by helping people around the world in order to save Lily from turning into stone
Director: Jeremiah Slaczka
Votes: 164
25.
Animaniacs (1993–1998)
Episode:
The Presidents Song/Don't Tread on Us/The Flame Returns
(1995)
Not Rated | 22 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
A show saluting U.S. history, Warners begin by singing " Presidents Song" about all presidents of the United States. In colonial America, Pinky & Brain cry "Don't Tread On Us" as they try ... See full summary »
Directors: Barry Caldwell, Audu Paden, Al Zegler | Stars: Rob Paulsen, Jess Harnell, Tress MacNeille, Maurice LaMarche
Votes: 137
26.
The Fairly OddParents (2001–2017)
Episode:
Hail to the Chief/Twistory
(2001)
Not Rated | 25 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Timmy decides to run for Student Body President to capture the attentions and affections of the lovely and popular Trixie Tang.
Directors: Gary Conrad, Butch Hartman, Howard E. Baker, Norton Virgien | Stars: Tara Strong, Daran Norris, Susanne Blakeslee, Grey Griffin
Votes: 150
27.
Animaniacs (2020–2023)
Episode:
80's Cats/All About the Benjamin/23 and WB
(2021)
TV-PG | 25 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
The Warners take on a Thundercats look./The Warners work as Benjamin Franklin's apprentices./The Warners take a DNA test, only to find out they're related to the CEO.
Directors: Adriel Garcia, Katie Rice | Stars: John DiMaggio, Stephanie Escajeda, Chrissie Fit, Jess Harnell
Votes: 63
28.
The Bastard (1978)
Episode:
Part 1
(1978)
120 min | Drama, History, Romance
When he comes of age, Philippe's mother reveals that his father is a British lord, who has acknowledged his French love child. Philippe travels from France to claim his birthright, where he is opposed by his legitimate half-brother.
Director: Lee H. Katzin | Stars: Andrew Stevens, Olivia Hussey, Lorne Greene, Cameron Mitchell
29.
Marie Antoinette (2022– )
Episode:
Queen of Hearts
(2022)
Biography, Drama, History
Louis becomes increasingly confident in his position as King as he throws himself into supporting the American War of Independence. Marie Antoinette spends her time at the Petit Trianon where she begins to fall for a familiar face.
Director: Geoffrey Enthoven | Stars: Emilia Schüle, Louis Cunningham, Jack Archer, Jasmine Blackborow
Votes: 155
30.
Mad (2010–2022)
Episode:
I Love You, Iron Man/Ben 10 Franklin
(2010)
TV-14 | 11 min | Animation, Comedy
Tony Stark has got it all, except a best friend. Maybe Spider-Man wants to hang out? Ben Franklin invents something a lot cooler than the wood stove: Ben 10's Omnitrix.
Stars: Hugh Davidson, Mikey Day, Larry Dorf, Rachel Ramras
Votes: 51
31.
Epic Rap Battles of History (2010– )
Episode:
Billy Mays vs. Ben Franklin
(2011)
TV-14 | 3 min | Short, Comedy, History
American founding father Benjamin "Ben" Franklin is pitted against TV salesman Billy Mays in this battle. But, an unexpected event may cause a third rapper to enter the fight.
Director: Dave McCary | Stars: Lloyd Ahlquist, Patrick McIntyre, Peter Shukoff, Colin J. Sweeney
Votes: 131
32.
Mad (2010–2022)
Episode:
George Washington: Cherry Tree Chopper/Star Wars Earn Stripes
(2013)
TV-14 | 12 min | Animation, Comedy
The completely true tale of Washington's war against the cherry trees is finally told. Then, do these C-list celebrities have whatit takes to be A-list Storm Troopers? Plus, Alfred E. Neuman, Spy vs. Spy and more!
Stars: Chris Cox, Jim Meskimen, Rachel Ramras, Kevin Shinick
Votes: 20
33.
Mad (2010–2022)
Episode:
First White House Down/McDuck Dynasty
(2013)
TV-14 | 12 min | Animation, Comedy
It's a MAD sequel as George Washington once again picks up his axe to fight the dreaded cherry trees! Then a rich old duck yells at his nephews. Plus, Alfred E. Neuman, Spy vs. Spy and more!
Stars: Jeff Bergman, Steve Blum, Chris Cox, Jim Meskimen
Votes: 21
34.
Z Nation (2014–2018)
Episode:
Doc's Stoned History
(2018)
TV-14 | 43 min | Action, Comedy, Drama
Skeezy and Sketchy re-enact Doc's stories of the Founding Fathers. Warren and the others search for the bizkit bakery and the secret ingredient in them.
Director: Jared Briley | Stars: Kellita Smith, Keith Allan, Russell Hodgkinson, Anastasia Baranova
Votes: 396