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1. Taboo (2017)
TV-MA | 60 min | Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Adventurer James Keziah Delaney returns to London during the War of 1812 to rebuild his late father's shipping empire. However, both the government and his biggest competitor want his inheritance at any cost--even murder.
Stars: Tom Hardy, David Hayman, Jonathan Pryce, Oona Chaplin
Votes: 149,172
2. The Buccaneer (1958)
Approved | 119 min | Adventure, Drama, History
During the War of 1812, Louisiana buccaneer Jean Lafitte assists the Americans in defending New Orleans against the attacking British war fleet.
Director: Anthony Quinn | Stars: Yul Brynner, Claire Bloom, Charles Boyer, Inger Stevens
Votes: 2,764
3. Mohawk (2017)
91 min | Action, Drama, History
Late in the War of 1812, a young Mohawk woman and her two lovers battle a squad of American soldiers hell-bent on revenge.
Director: Ted Geoghegan | Stars: Kaniehtiio Horn, Ezra Buzzington, Eamon Farren, Justin Rain
Votes: 1,698
4. Read All About It! (1979– )
15 min | Adventure, Family, Fantasy
A group of kids investigate and oppose an extra-terrestrial conspiracy against their town as a community newspaper staff.
Stars: Lydia Zajc, David Collard, Stacey Arnold, Angela Fusco
Votes: 164
5. 500 Nations (1995)
374 min | History
An exploration of the various Native American nations and their fall to the European conquerors.
Stars: Kevin Costner, Gregory Harrison, Eric Schweig, Gordon Tootoosis
Votes: 547
6. The Buccaneer (1938)
Approved | 126 min | Adventure, Biography, Drama
Semi-fictional account of pirate Jean Lafitte's involvement in the War of 1812.
Director: Cecil B. DeMille | Stars: Fredric March, Franciska Gaal, Akim Tamiroff, Margot Grahame
Votes: 782
7. The War of 1812 (2011)
TV-PG | 120 min | Drama, War
For two and a half years, Americans fought Against the British, Canadian colonists, and native nations. In the years to come, the War of 1812 would be celebrated in some places and ... See full summary »
Directors: Diane Garey, Lawrence R. Hott | Stars: Christopher Kozak, Joe Mantegna, Craig Williams
Votes: 178
8. The Campbells (1986–1990)
Adventure, Drama, Family
Doctor James Campbell, a widower, moves to Upper Canada with his three children. Taking place during the 1830s, the family and their community deal with both adventure and misfortune.
Stars: Malcolm Stoddard, Amber Lea Weston, Eric Richards, Cedric Smith
Votes: 91
9. The Man Without a Country (1973 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 78 min | Adventure, Drama
During the 1800s, an American officer who renounces his country during his court-martial is sentenced to sail the seas on American warships without ever setting foot on American soil again or getting news of America.
Director: Delbert Mann | Stars: Cliff Robertson, Beau Bridges, Peter Strauss, Robert Ryan
Votes: 225
10. Mutiny (1952)
Approved | 77 min | Adventure, History
During the War of 1812, the U.S. tasks Captain James Marshall to sail through the British blockade and bring back a French loan in gold but the secret leaks out and many greedy hands, including the mutinous crew's, are after the gold.
Director: Edward Dmytryk | Stars: Mark Stevens, Angela Lansbury, Patric Knowles, Gene Evans
Votes: 510
11. Gusarskaya ballada (1962)
Not Rated | 94 min | Comedy, Musical, War
A young girl decides to join a Husar squadron and fight against Napoleon. Dressed as a man she has a hard time adjusting to the rude Husar life styles.
Director: Eldar Ryazanov | Stars: Larisa Golubkina, Yuriy Yakovlev, Igor Ilyinsky, Nikolay Kryuchkov
Votes: 1,749
12. War of 1812 (1999– )
60 min | Drama, War
A docudrama covering events from 1812 to 1815, plus the recent repatriation of remains from Fort Erie to the United States.
Stars: Terence McKenna, Raoul Max Trujillo, Nigel Bennett, Richard Clarkin
Votes: 109
13. Captain Caution (1940)
Passed | 86 min | Action, Adventure, Romance
When her father dies, a young woman helps a young man take command of the ship to fight the British during the war of 1812.
Director: Richard Wallace | Stars: Victor Mature, Louise Platt, Leo Carrillo, Bruce Cabot
Votes: 352
14. Last of the Buccaneers (1950)
Passed | 79 min | Action, Adventure, History
Swashbuckler about the adventures of pirate Jean Lafitte after he helped save New Orleans from a British invasion during the War of 1812.
Director: Lew Landers | Stars: Paul Henreid, Jack Oakie, Karin Booth, Mary Anderson
Votes: 166
15. Andrew Jackson: Good, Evil and the Presidency (2008 TV Movie)
114 min | Documentary, Biography
The complicated personality of America's seventh president is explored in detail in this two hour PBS documentary, leaving the viewer to decide whether the man should be celebrated for his ... See full summary »
Directors: Carl Byker, Mitch Wilson | Stars: Richard Blackett, Jamie Blaine, Kathryn Braund, Lawrence Bull Jr.
Votes: 37
16. Song of My Heart (1948)
Approved | 85 min | Drama, Music, Romance
The portrait of Russian composer Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky focuses on his failed love affair.
Director: Benjamin Glazer | Stars: Frank Sundström, Audrey Long, Cedric Hardwicke, Mikhail Rasumny
Votes: 20
17. First Invasion: The War of 1812 (2004 TV Movie)
Documentary, History, War
Elaborate reenactments are juxtaposed with comments by historians in this glossy review of America's "Second War of Independence" against Britain (1812-15). Included: the causes of the ... See full summary »
Director: Gary Foreman | Stars: Mark D. Hutter, Sally E. Bennett, Dave Fagerberg, H. David Wright
Votes: 156
18. The Song of a Nation (1936)
Approved | 18 min | Short, Biography, Drama
This historical featurette dramatizes the events that led to Francis Scott Key writing the words to "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Director: Frank McDonald | Stars: Donald Woods, Claire Dodd, Joseph Crehan, Addison Richards
Votes: 114
19. The Chronicle of 1812 (1984 TV Movie)
History
A ragtag group of British Grenadiers stationed in Upper Canada during the War of 1812 are recruited to escort a Spanish dignitary to safety while being persude by American forces.
Director: Allan Levine | Stars: Craig Williams, Geoff Smither, Kevin May, Peter Hurley
Votes: 15
20. Robin Hood of the Bayous (2010)
21 min | Documentary, Short, History
For the first time, explore evidence of a secret New Orleans underground to smuggle aid to the poor by 18th century Ursuline nuns and the pirate/patriot brothers Lafitte.
Director: Karin Rownd Kwiatkowski | Stars: Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Zach Brutsché, Deidre Madsen, Brian Patterson
Votes: 20
21. Explosion 1812 (2012)
59 min | Documentary
On April 27, 1813, American forces defeated the British at York (present-day Toronto) and captured the capital of Upper Canada - but not before suffering their own losses. History ... See full summary »
Director: Mick Grogan | Stars: Dan Snow, Ron Williamson, Andrew Robertshaw, Alan Taylor
Votes: 32
22. Shipwrecked on a Great Lake (2014)
52 min | Adventure
An adventure docudrama from Canadian producer and director, Peter Rowe. Shipwrecked on a Great Lake is the story of Ned Myers, the 24-year-old Canadian-American sailor who was one of the ... See full summary »
Director: Peter Rowe | Stars: Jack Manser, Ashley Rowe, John Fray, Tayo Jacobs
Votes: 9
23. Battle of New Orleans (I)
Adventure | Announced
In 1814, Jean Lafitte, better known as the Prince of Pirates, is wanted by all US officials. The elusive Lafitte must convince himself and his buccaneers to embark on a rescue mission in order to save the country that hates him the most.
24. Real Time History (2021– )
Documentary, Short, History
Real Time History offers in-depth looks at various important episodes of Nineteenth and Twentieth Century conflicts, such as the War of 1812, the Franco-Prussian War and World War 2
Stars: Jesse Alexander, Jonathan Ferguson, Quentin Censier, Németh Balázs
25. The Politically Incorrect History of the 1812 War (2020 TV Movie)
Documentary
We explore how history "glosses over" the uncomfortable realities of a war between the United States, and what is now Canada.
Star: Craig Williams
26. Old Hickory (1939)
Approved | 17 min | Short, Biography, Drama
Four key incidents in the public life of Andrew Jackson (1767-1845), seventh President of the United States. We watch him win the Battle of New Orleans in 1812 after an alliance with pirate... See full summary »
Director: Lewis Seiler | Stars: Hugh Sothern, Nana Bryant, Victor Kilian, Frank Wilcox
Votes: 102
27. A Question of Identity: War of 1812 (1966)
28 min | Short
A look into the lives of a community dealing with Canada's beginnings as a nation, where loyalties are tested.
Stars: Chris Wiggins, Ed McNamara, James Edmond, Roy Wordsworth
28. The War of 1812: Causes and Consequences, 1783-1818 (1967)
59 min | Documentary
The War of 1812 comes to be known as Canada's War of Independence.
Directors: Ronald Dick, Pierre L'Amare | Star: J. Frank Willis
29. 1812 (II) (2012)
7 min | Short, History, War
The movie portraits the two soldiers of the warring parties of the 1812 War, who accidentally meet in the forest. What would they do? When slaughter and terror is behind, is death the only ... See full summary »
Director: Ella Omelchenko
30. The Story of the Star-Spangled Banner (1921)
13 min | Short, Biography, Comedy
The story of Francis Scott Key and how he wrote the Star Spangled Banner after witnessing the bombardment of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.
Star: Frank Holland
31. Anthem (2012 Video)
61 min | Documentary
Anthem tells the story behind Francis Scott Key's creation of "The Star-Spangled Banner" and explores the role of music and patriotism during The War of 1812. Featuring musical performances... See full summary »
Director: Mark Hildebrand | Stars: Ralph Eshelman, David Hildebrand, Richard Brookhiser, Ginger Hildebrand
Votes: 9
32. Funeral of Hiram Cronk (1905)
4 min | Documentary, Short, News
View of funeral procession and military parade at funeral for Hiram Cronk, who at the time of his death was the oldest surviving veteran of the War of 1812.
Votes: 72
33. Mighty Niagara (1943)
9 min | Documentary, Short, History
This Traveltalks entry visits places along the Niagara River and gives the viewer spectacular images of Niagara Falls.
Star: James A. FitzPatrick
Votes: 100
34. Forgotten Invasion (2006)
Not Rated | 14 min | Documentary, Short
The skirmish at Point Peter was one of the last known battles of the War of 1812. It was fought even after peace was signed. The British attacked the battery at Point Peter, overwhelming ... See full summary »
Director: Justin Duncan | Stars: Scott Butler, Jim Kochan, Marshall Marden, Patricia Stallings
35. The War of 1812 on the Chesapeake: Home of the Brave (2012 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
From the invading navy's isolated base of operations in the center of the southern bay, Tangier Island, to the Battle of Caulk's Field in Kent County on Maryland's Eastern Shore where ... See full summary »
Director: W. Drew Perkins | Stars: Matt Brenckle, Zach Brewster-Geisz, Nick Carter, Charles Fithian
36. Hail Columbia (1934)
10 min | Documentary, Short, History
This short, chapter 3 in the "See America First" series, covers the years 1807-1819. It is the age of territorial expansion. The Louisiana Purchase from France means that America now ... See full summary »
Star: John B. Kennedy
Votes: 41
38.
The Time Tunnel (1966–1967)
Episode:
The Last Patrol
(1966)
TV-PG | 50 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Doug and Tony are transported to New Orleans where Tony steals two buckskins for them to wear. They are captured by the British Seventh Royal Regiment commanded by Colonel 'The Butcher' ... See full summary »
Director: Sobey Martin | Stars: James Darren, Robert Colbert, Carroll O'Connor, Whit Bissell
Votes: 234
39.
Dickens in America (2005)
Episode:
Canada
(2005)
Documentary
Miriam Margolyes crosses the American/Canadian border to meet obsessive Victorian collectors and learns what it took to be a 19th-century lady's maid. Plus a visit to Niagara Falls.
Director: Christopher Swann | Stars: Miriam Margolyes, Nathaniel Parker
40.
The Tom Woods Show (2013– )
The U.S. Warfare State and the Heroes Who Opposed It
(2020 Podcast Episode)
News
Star: Tom Woods
41.
The Dan Bongino Show (2017– )
This Isn't a Protest Anymore, This Is an Insurrection
(2020 Podcast Episode)
News
A solemn Monday follows a weekend of rioting and looting across the U.S.
Stars: Dan Bongino, Joe Armacost
42.
Weapon Masters (2008– )
Episode:
Rockets
(2008)
TV-PG | 44 min | Reality-TV
Mike, with replica Hale Rockets in hand from the War of 1812, challenges Chad to see who can knock out an enemy encampment. That gives Chad a week to design, test and build his own rocket ... See full summary »
Director: Patrick Greene | Stars: Chad Houseknecht, Mike Loades
43.
Great Canadian Rivers (2001– )
Episode:
St, Croix River
(2004)
Documentary
Prior to 1965 the Saint Croix river was employed to transport timber for the vast logging industry. Today the river has returned to nature making it popular with canoeists who enjoy the ... See full summary »
Stars: Robert Bartone, Jay Beaudoin, Alan Gilmour, Tom Jackson
44.
Schoolhouse Rock! (1973–2009)
Episode:
Tyrannosaurus Debt
(1996)
TV-Y | 4 min | Animation, Short, Family
A monster called the national debt gobbles up huge piles of dollars.
Stars: Bob Dorough, Bob Kaliban
Votes: 20
45.
Lock 'N Load with R. Lee Ermey (2009– )
Episode:
Rockets
(2009)
TV-PG | 45 min | Documentary, History, War
Hitting a target with a rocket is tough as Gunny finds out trying to hit a target with a replica of an ancient Chinese rocket. He has better luck and more fun with a Korean hwacha then ... See full summary »
Star: R. Lee Ermey
Votes: 17
46.
American Experience (1987– )
Episode:
Dolley Madison
(2010)
TV-G | 85 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Dolley Madison lived through the two wars that established the U.S., was friends with the first 12 Presidents, and watched America evolve from a struggling young republic to the first modern democracy in the world.
Director: Muffie Meyer | Stars: Catherine Allgor, Carl Sferrazza Anthony, Jim Barbour, Carol Berkin
Votes: 165
47.
Drachinifel (2017– )
Episode:
The Barbary States - The Final Yarrs
(2021)
39 min | Documentary, History
The Barabary Pirates were privateers financed by Noth African states. Europe dealt with them by paying tribute. With the signing of the 1983 treaty of Paris The United States was no longer ... See full summary »
Star: Drachinifel
48.
Mr. Beat (2011– )
Episode:
Cleveland and Detroit Compared
(2020)
16 min | Documentary, History
Mr. Beat shares the many, many similarities between Cleveland, Ohio and Detroit. Michigan and the relatively few differences. Most significantly both cities were industrial powerhouses ... See full summary »
Star: Matthew Beat
49.
6Teen (2004–2010)
Episode:
Role Reversal
(2010)
TV-G | 22 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama
A Sadie Hawkins dance comes to the mall where the girls ask the guys out. While Jude and Wyatt struggle to get chosen, Caitlin and Jen try to overcome the pressure of asking the guys. Nikki... See full summary »
Stars: Brooke D'Orsay, Terry McGurrin, Megan Fahlenbock, Stacey DePass
Votes: 17
50.
Biographics (2017– )
Episode:
James Buchanan: Was This Man America's Worst President?
(2021)
25 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Devestated by personal tragedy James Buchanan focus all his efforts on politics and grew to become and powerful national leader who tried to straddle America's serious issues in hopes of ... See full summary »
Star: Simon Whistler