The Declaration of Independence (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1938, The Declaration of Independence is a drama and history film directed by Crane Wilbur, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. This historical featurette focuses on Caesar Rodney of Delaware who in the summer of 1776 cast the deciding vote, at the meeting of the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, so that the Declaration of Independence was adopted.
Who’s in it. The Declaration of Independence stars John Litel as Thomas Jefferson, Ted Osborne as Caesar Rodney, Rosella Towne as Betsy Kramer and Richard Bond as Thomas Lynch Jr., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Declaration of Independence 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 Declaration of Independence page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Declaration of Independence tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Declaration of Independence (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Declaration of Independence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Declaration of Independence worth watching?
- The Declaration of Independence holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Declaration of Independence?
- The Declaration of Independence stars John Litel, Ted Osborne, Rosella Towne, Richard Bond and Owen King.
- When was The Declaration of Independence released?
- The Declaration of Independence was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.