Lincoln (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Series · ★ 7.5
Released in 1988, Lincoln is a war & politics and drama series.
What it’s about. The life of Abraham Lincoln, from his election as President of the United States to the time of his assassination. Based on Gore Vidal's historical novel.
Who’s in it. Lincoln stars Sam Waterston as Abraham Lincoln, Mary Tyler Moore as Mary Todd Lincoln, Richard Mulligan as William H. Seward and Deborah Adair as Kate Chase, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Lincoln has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lincoln page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lincoln tend to enjoy Attack on Titan, Band of Brothers, Game of Thrones and Shōgun.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lincoln (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lincoln change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lincoln worth watching?
- Lincoln holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war & politics and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Lincoln?
- Lincoln stars Sam Waterston, Mary Tyler Moore, Richard Mulligan, Deborah Adair and Ruby Dee.
- When was Lincoln released?
- Lincoln was released in 1988.