John Adams

Paul Giamatti stars in HBO's epic seven-part miniseries that chronicles the life of the famed patriot who would become the second president of the United States. Settling in Boston with his wife, Abigail (Laura Linney), Adams is caught up in the movement towards freedom from British rule, becoming a pivotal figure in the shaping of a burgeoning country. With David Morse, Sarah Polley, Justin Theroux, and Tom Wilkinson. 8 1/3 hrs. On three discs. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.