The American Experiment
- Documentary
Life. Liberty. The pursuit of happiness. This sweeping historical documentary series traces how the ideals of America's founders gave rise to a nation.
The American Experiment is a five-part documentary series premiering June 24, 2026, that reexamines America's founding and the revolutionary question of self-governance as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary. Featuring conversations with former vice presidents, cabinet officials, Congress members, historians, tribal chiefs, and thought leaders across the political spectrum, the series offers a bipartisan exploration of American democracy's origins and future.
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Episodes · Season 1
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Freedom | 2026-06-24 | 79m | 4.6 |
| 02 | Tyranny, Like Hell, Is Not Easily Conquered | 2026-06-24 | 68m | 1.0 |
| 03 | The United States Are Not United | 2026-06-24 | 74m | 1.0 |
| 04 | We the People | 2026-06-24 | 72m | 1.0 |
| 05 | Washington's Warning | 2026-06-24 | 87m | 1.0 |
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Netflix is releasing a new documentary titled 'The American Experiment' to mark the United States' 250th anniversary.
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When does The American Experiment premiere?
The series premieres on June 24, 2026.
How many episodes are in The American Experiment?
The documentary series consists of five parts.
What is The American Experiment about?
The series reexamines America's founding and explores the central question of the revolution: can a people govern themselves, with perspectives from high-level political figures, historians, tribal leaders, and experts across the political spectrum.
Is this a confirmed release date?
Yes, the June 24, 2026 premiere date is confirmed.
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