The Crossing (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2000, The Crossing is a drama, war, tv movie and history film directed by Robert Harmon, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. A made-for-TV dramatization of George Washington's perilous gamble of crossing the Delaware River and attacking the British forces at Trenton.

Who’s in it. The Crossing stars Jeff Daniels as Gen. George Washington, Steven McCarthy as Alexander Hamilton, John Henry Canavan as Gen. Henry Knox and Sebastian Roché as Col. John Glover, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Crossing has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Crossing page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Crossing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Crossing (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crossing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Crossing worth watching?
The Crossing holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Crossing?
The Crossing stars Jeff Daniels, Steven McCarthy, John Henry Canavan, Sebastian Roché and Roger Rees.
When was The Crossing released?
The Crossing was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.