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Historical documentary

The Pilgrims (2015): Cast

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The Pilgrims is a 2015 historical documentary directed by Ric Burns, starring Oliver Platt, Roger Rees and Michael Elwyn. It runs 2 hours.

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The Pilgrims (2015) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h (120 min)
Director
Ric Burns
Genres
Documentary , History
Original language
English
Studio
GBH
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Pilgrims About?

The premise of The Pilgrims without spoilers.

The film recounts the momentous journey of the Pilgrims across the Atlantic in the early 17th century, a pivotal event in both American and world history. It delves into the circumstances, personalities, and events that led this English group to seek refuge in Holland before ultimately deciding to venture to the New World. The narrative explores the historical realities behind the familiar story, revealing a rich and compelling account of their experiences and the origins of the first Thanksgiving.

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Cast & crew

The Pilgrims Cast & Characters

Oliver Platt leads the cast, with Roger Rees as William Bradford and Michael Elwyn. Directed by Ric Burns; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Ric Burns

More films directed by Ric Burns, best-rated first: Oliver Sacks: His Own Life, Andy Warhol: A Documentary Film, Driving While Black: Race, Space and Mobility in America and Oliver Sacks: His Own Life.

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The Pilgrims Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “American Experience: The Pilgrims” and “The Mayflower Pilgrims: Behind the Myth”.

Also known as
  • American Experience: The Pilgrims
  • The Mayflower Pilgrims: Behind the Myth

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The Pilgrims FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Pilgrims, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Pilgrims?

The Pilgrims runs 2 hours (120 minutes).

When was The Pilgrims released?

The Pilgrims was released on November 24, 2015.

Who directed The Pilgrims?

The Pilgrims was directed by Ric Burns.

More films by Ric Burns

Who is in the cast of The Pilgrims?

The Pilgrims stars Oliver Platt, Roger Rees as William Bradford and Michael Elwyn, among 10 credited actors.

Does The Pilgrims have a post-credit scene?

No. The Pilgrims has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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