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The Words That Built America (2017)48 minDocumentaryRating 47/100

The Declaration of Independence, The U.S. Constitution and The Bill of Rights represent much more than just words used by America's Founding Fathers. To celebrate them, this special--directed by Alexandra Pelosi and narrated by David McCullough--features dozens of Americans reading the iconic documents that define our outlook on life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

Cast: David McCullough, Kevin Bacon, Jack Black, Tucker Carlson, Common, Bryan Cranston, Anderson Cooper

Director: Alexandra Pelosi