U.S.-Mexican War 1846-1848 (1998): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1998, U.S.-Mexican War 1846-1848 is a documentary series.

What it’s about. In 1845, President John Tyler signed a Congressional resolution to annex Texas, and by 1846, 4,000 troops were on the Rio Grande. Shortly thereafter, President James Polk proposed that Mexico sell its northern half to the U.S. Hostilities commenced and the U.S. crossed the border to occupy Matamoras, U.S. warships landed troops at Veracruz, who fought their way overland to Mexico City. Santa Anna led a defending army, but the Mexicans were overwhelmed. In the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, Mexico sold its northern territories to the U.S. for $15 million. For Mexico, the war was a traumatic event that resulted in the loss of many lives, half its territory, and a great deal of pride and hope for the future. However, it brought together a people who still were struggling with what it meant to be Mexican, just 20 years after achieving independence from Spain. This film examines both sides of a conflict that changed the shape of nations and left a legacy that endures to this day.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, U.S.-Mexican War 1846-1848 sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch U.S.-Mexican War 1846-1848 page.

If you liked it. Fans of U.S.-Mexican War 1846-1848 tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.