John Q. Adams to Polk (1825-1849)

8.1/10 · 17 votesJan 25, 200560 min

Ranked #3 of 8 in Season 1•+0.1 vs season avg

In a period of rapid growth for the nation and contentious politics in Washington, Jackson heralds in the era of the Common Man and Manifest Destiny. Quincy Adams threatens to undo the virtues of American politics, while the economy tumbles during Van Buren's term.

Season 1 Episodes9

E1 8.1

Washington to Monroe (1789-1825)

E2 8.1Now viewing

John Q. Adams to Polk (1825-1849)

E3 7.6

Taylor to Lincoln (1849-1865)

E4 8.1

Andrew Johnson to Arthur (1865-1885)

E5 8.0

Cleveland to Taft (1885-1913)

E6 7.7

Wilson to FDR (1913-1945)

E7 7.9

Truman to Ford (1945-1977)

E8 8.3

Carter to George W. Bush (1977-Present)

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Cast1

Edward Herrmann

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Crew5

Rhys Thomas

Writer

Kevin Browne

Editor

Rhys Thomas

Producer

Earl Rose

Music

Rhys Thomas

Director

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Episode Summary

"John Q. Adams to Polk (1825-1849)" is episode 2 of The Presidents season 1. It scored 8.1/10 from 17 votes, ranking #3 of 8 episodes this season (season average 8.0). Directed by Rhys Thomas and written by Rhys Thomas, it aired on January 25, 2005.

John Q. Adams to Polk (1825-1849)

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