While our new nation was suffering attacks from both within and without, John Adams had a vision of a nation of liberty and justice for all. He guided his peers--General George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson--in setting the values and agenda for a glorious, free America. Adams and his wife Abigail refined these ambitious democratic ideals, and their partnership became one of the most moving love stories in American history.

Based on the book written by David McCullough. Originally broadcast on HBO as a seven-part mini-series in 2008. Special features: Discs 1-3: Facts are stubborn things: an exclusive onscreen historical guide; Who's who in history, character biographies ; disc 3: Documentary: David McCullough: painting with words (a rare and personal glimpse at the life and works of author David McCullough); "The making of 'John Adams'" featurette.

Disc one.Join or die / written by Kirk Ellis ; director of photography, Tak Fujimoto ; -- Independence / written by Kirk Ellis ; director of photography, Tak Fujimoto -- Disc two. Don't tread on me / written by Kirk Ellis ; directors of photography, Danny Cohen, Tak Fujimoto ; -- Reunion / written by Kirk Ellis & Michelle Ashford ; directors of photography, Danny Cohen, Tak Fujimoto ; -- Unite or die / written by Kirk Ellis ; directors of photography, Tak Fujimoto, Danny Cohen -- Disc three. Unnecessary war / written by Kirk Ellis ; directors of photography, Tak Fujimoto, Danny Cohen ; -- Peacefield / written by Kirk Ellis ; director of photography, Danny Cohen.