Kelsey Grammer Bringing George Washington to Life in New Docudrama (Exclusive)

Who was George Washington before he was the first president of the United States? And what helped shape him into the great revolutionary leader that he became?

Get answers to those questions and more in the new four-part historical docudrama, GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary. Kelsey Grammer hosts and executive produces the series that delves into Washington’s early years as a young, determined member of the Virginia militia hoping to make a name for himself and receive a royal commission into the British army. As a soldier his fierce loyalty is to the British crown.

Yet that allegiance ultimately transformed in a big way as Washington became one of the great leaders in the fierce and victorious opposition to English rule.

George Washington always valued the pursuit of knowledge. In 1790, during his first State of the Union Address, he urged the House of Representatives to make the "promotion of Science and Literature" a priority. "Knowledge is in every Country the surest basis of public happiness," he said.

So it is entirely fitting that a documentary would be devoted to offering insight into how Washington became the heroic person who was so revered. “A figure put on such a pedestal, it’s hard to see him as a man of flesh and blood and flaws and feelings,” says Grammer in the series. “But that’s exactly what we’re here to do.”

GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary will premiere on FOX Nation Monday, July 1. All four episodes will be dropped the week the country celebrates Independence Day.

The series offers a mosaic of storytelling devices including dramatic re-creations, expert commentary and narration by Grammer. During four episodes the docudrama sheds light on how Washington’s steadfast devotion to the crown is so tested. He embarks on a new journey risking everything for liberty.

“George Washington’s story is not over, thankfully. I truly enjoyed bringing this part of his life to light," says Grammer. "I also truly enjoy the lens of history when focused on the times of today. With George’s spirit in mind, I suggest we all embrace the fortitude and enduring courage it may take to remain a free and independent America! I love George Washington and hope to do him proud.”

When does GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary premiere?

All four episodes of GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary premiere on Monday, July 1, the week the nation celebrates Independence Day.

What is GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary about?

GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary is about George Washington’s metamorphosis from young soldier, who fights for the British Crown, to becoming the key voice in the fight for America’s liberation from England.

When can I watch GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary?

All four episodes of GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary will premiere on FOX Nation on July 1, 2024.

Where can I watch GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary?

GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary is on FOX Nation. The platform is available at foxnation.com and via app for iOS devices, Android devices, Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV, Android TV, Roku, Xbox One, FuboTV, Vizio TVs, and Samsung TVs, in addition to DIRECTV, DIRECTV STEAM, YouTube TV, Comcast Xfinity, Cox Contour, The Roku Channel, DISH and SLING.

Who is hosting GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary?

GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary is hosted and executive produced by Kelsey Grammer. “Kelsey transports viewers back to beginning of Washington's story and masterfully showcases a different side of the Founding Father spotlighting a young man who was fighting to make the ultimate name for himself in a truly captivating series,” says FOX Nation president Lauren Petterson. In addition to Grammer, GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary is executive produced by Tim W. Kelly, Jonathan Soule, Lorenzo De Boni and Tom Russo. The show is produced by Stephen David Entertainment.

Is there a trailer for GEORGE: Rise of a Revolutionary?

Yes! See below!