
The Donner Party
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October 28, 1992
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Documentary, History
Doomed attempt to get to California in 1846. More than just a riveting tale of death, endurance and survival. The Donner Party's nightmarish journey penetrated to the very heart of the American Dream at a crucial phase of the nation's "manifest destiny." Touching some of the most powerful social, economic and political currents of the time, this extraordinary narrative remains one of the most compelling and enduring episodes to come out of the West.
Featured Crew
Ric Burns
Director
Brian Keane
Music Arranger
Lisa Ades
Producer
Cast

David McCullough
Narrator (voice)

J.D. Cannon
voice

Timothy Hutton
voice

Gene Jones
voice

Amy Madigan
voice