Directed by Russ Mayberry | Narrated by William Conrad | |
Genre Historical fiction
Drama
War Based on The Rebels (novel)
by John Jakes Written by John Jakes
Robert A. Cinader
Sean Bain Starring Andrew Stevens
Don Johnson
Doug McClure | ||
The Rebels is a 1979 American made-for-television drama film/miniseries. It is based on the historical novel, The Rebels, written by John Jakes, originally published in 1975. It is second in a series known as The Kent Family Chronicles or the American Bicentennial Series.
Contents
The story mixes fictional characters with historical events and figures, to narrate the nascent United States of America during the time of the American Revolution. While it continues the story of Philip Kent, started in The Bastard, a large portion focuses on Judson Fletcher (Don Johnson), a newly introduced character, as a different rebel. In 1979, the novel was made into this television film by Operation Prime Time.
The Rebels was preceded by the The Bastard, first in the series, and followed by The Seekers, third in the series.
Synopsis
Philip Kent takes part in the American Revolution and the newly formed congress.