American Experience: Ike (1993): cast, story & where to watch

1993 · Film

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Released in 1993, American Experience: Ike is a history and documentary film directed by Adriana Bosch, running about 138 minutes.

What it’s about. He went off to war an unknown soldier and returned a beloved national hero. Often dismissed as a "do-nothing" president and a good-natured bumbler, Dwight D. Eisenhower -- the last American president to be born in the 19th century -- was actually a skillful politician, a tough Cold War warrior, and one of America's most misunderstood and unappreciated presidents. Two-part documentary from American Experience.

Who’s in it. American Experience: Ike stars David McCullough as Narrator, John Eisenhower as Himself, Dwight D. Eisenhower as Self (archival footage) and Fred I. Greenstein as Himself, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch American Experience: Ike page.

If you liked it. Fans of American Experience: Ike tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch American Experience: Ike (1993)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for American Experience: Ike change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in American Experience: Ike?
American Experience: Ike stars David McCullough, John Eisenhower, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Fred I. Greenstein and Stephen E. Ambrose.
When was American Experience: Ike released?
American Experience: Ike was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.