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  • In Search of the Constitution (1987–1987)
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    TV Series | Documentary, History
In Search of the Constitution (1987–1987)
Not Rated
TV Series | Documentary, History

In American history, no document has sparked as much reverence, discussion, and controversy as the Constitution. But how does it really affect our everyday lives? How do ordinary citizens, legal scholars, and Supreme Court justices ...See moreIn American history, no document has sparked as much reverence, discussion, and controversy as the Constitution. But how does it really affect our everyday lives? How do ordinary citizens, legal scholars, and Supreme Court justices interpret it? Join Bill Moyers for this 11-part series, originally produced to mark the Constitution's bicentennial, that delves into the fascinating history and contemporary relevance of the ultimate law of the land. In-depth interviews with a wide range of experts--including four Supreme Court justices, educator Mortimer Adler, legal philosopher Ronald Dworkin, and Judge Robert Bork--provide not only rich historical detail, but also illuminating insights on current disputes. Throughout, In Search of the Constitution shows how this brief text has shaped our nation and holds the power to change our lives. See less
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Directors
Producers
Richard Petrow (producer) | Madeline Amgott (producer) | Wayne Ewing (producer) | Betsy McCarthy (producer) | Elena Mannes (producer)
Composer
Michael Bacon (theme music)
Editors
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Updated Apr 16, 1987

Release date (First episode)
1987 (United States)

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34 cast members
Name Episodes Known for
Bill Moyers
Self - Host Self - Host   See fewer
11
Ronald Reagan
Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage)   See fewer
2
2
Laurence Tribe
Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage)   See fewer
2
2
Richard Nixon
Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage)   See fewer
1
Lyndon B. Johnson
Self (archive footage) (as Lyndon Johnson) Self (archive footage) (as Lyndon Johnson)   See fewer
1
Barry Goldwater
Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage)   See fewer
1
Joseph McCarthy
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1
1
1
Strom Thurmond
Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage)   See fewer
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Leonard Britton
Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage)   See fewer
1
1
1
1
Howard Phillips
Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage)   See fewer
1
1
1
1
Michael Hobbs
Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage)   See fewer
1
1
Mike Bowers
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1
1
1
1
1
1
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