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The Blue and the Gray (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Series · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1982, The Blue and the Gray is a drama series.

What it’s about. The Blue and the Gray is a television miniseries that first aired on CBS in three installments on November 14, November 16, and November 17, 1982. Set during the American Civil War, the series starred John Hammond, Stacy Keach, Lloyd Bridges, and Gregory Peck as President Abraham Lincoln. It was executive produced by Larry White and Lou Reda, in association with Columbia Pictures Television, then owned by The Coca-Cola Company.

Who’s in it. The Blue and the Gray stars Gregory Peck as Abraham Lincoln, Rip Torn as Ulysses S. Grant, Lloyd Bridges as Ben Geyser and Robert Vaughn as Senator Reynolds, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Blue and the Gray 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 Blue and the Gray page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Blue and the Gray tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Blue and the Gray (1982)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue and the Gray change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Blue and the Gray worth watching?
The Blue and the Gray holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Blue and the Gray?
The Blue and the Gray stars Gregory Peck, Rip Torn, Lloyd Bridges, Robert Vaughn and Stacy Keach.
When was The Blue and the Gray released?
The Blue and the Gray was released in 1982.