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Henry David Thoreau (2026)
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Henry David Thoreau (2026)

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
March 30, 2026
Official Site
https://www.pbs.org/show/henry-david-thoreau/
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
March 30, 2026
MPAA Rating
-
Duration
173 minute(s)
Production Budget
-
Studio
-
Official Site
https://www.pbs.org/show/henry-david-thoreau/
Director
Erik Ewers, Christopher Loren Ewers
Producer
Ken Burns, Don Henley
Screenwriter
David Blistein
Starring
  • George Clooney
  • Jeff Goldblum
  • Ted Danson
  • Meryl Streep

In the quiet woods of Walden Pond, the revolutionary ideas of a 19th-century writer resonate with startling urgency in this immersive documentary. Featuring the voices of Meryl Streep, George Clooney, Jeff Goldblum, and Ted Danson, the film brings to life the profound journey of Henry David Thoreau, a man who stepped away from society to confront the essential truths of existence. Directed by Erik Ewers and Christopher Loren Ewers, and written by David Blistein, the narrative weaves together his experiment in simple living, his passionate stand for civil disobedience, and his timeless observations on nature. As his words are illuminated through stunning cinematography and thoughtful commentary, the film explores the central conflict between individual conscience and societal demands, creating a meditative and deeply relevant atmosphere. This is not merely a historical portrait but an invitation to consider how Thoreau's quest for meaning continues to challenge and inspire the modern world.