Theodore Roosevelt

Drama Series - 1988, 16 episodes • as Self

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

Drama Series - 2022, 16 episodes • as Self (archive footage)

Americans consider themselves a 'nation of immigrants', but as the catastrophe of the Holocaust unfolds in Europe, the U.S. prove unwilling to open its doors to more than a fraction of the hundreds of thousands of desperate refuge seekers. Through riveting firsthand testimony of witnesses and survivors who as children endured persecution, violence and flight as their families tried to escape Hitler, this three-part documentary series delves deeply into the tragic human consequences of public indifference, bureaucratic red tape and restrictive quota laws in America. Did the nation fail to live up to its ideals? This is a history to be reckoned with.

Drama Series - 2020, 16 episodes • as Self (archive footage)

Blending in-depth interviews, rare archival footage, and cinematic recreations, this docuseries on the lives of America's most iconic First Ladies is a bold revision of each woman's traditional portrayal, revealing how they were impacted during their time in the White House, and how their achievements fundamentally shaped American and global history.

Drama Series - 2014, 16 episodes • as Self (archive footage)

Chronicles the lives of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in American politics. It is the first time in a major documentary television series that their individual stories have been interwoven into a single narrative. This seven-part, fourteen hour film follows the Roosevelts for more than a century, from Theodore’s birth in 1858 to Eleanor’s death in 1962.

Movie - 2003, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)

Documentary exploring the parallels between 'The Return of the King' and real events and people in history.

Movie - 1958, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Bruce Conner's landmark experimental film consisting entirely of found footage edited to a new score.

Movie - 2007, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)

Before the G, PG and R ratings system there was the Production Code, and before that there was, well, nothing. This eye-opening documentary examines the rampant sexuality of early Hollywood through movie clips and reminiscences by stars of the era. Gloria Swanson, Mary Pickford, Marlene Dietrich and others relate tales of the artistic freedom that led to the draconian Production Code, which governed content from 1934 to 1968. Diane Lane narrates.

Movie - 1910, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

Silent documentary about the Smithsonian–Roosevelt African Expedition, featuring Theodore Roosevelt in the wilds of East Africa, in parts of what are now Kenya and Uganda.

Movie - 2015, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)

A historical perspective to understand Neoliberalism and to understand why this ideology today so profoundly influences the choices of our governments and our lives.

Movie - 1985, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)

This unique glimpse into the private lives of our Presidents and their families showcases some of the most significant personal moments they have experienced. These instances have not only resonated with our emotions but have also elicited joy, creating lasting memories that highlight the humanity of these influential leaders.

Movie - 1943, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)

This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short highlights the film preservation efforts of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Several scenes from early newsreels are shown.

Movie - 1939, 2h 15m • as President Theodore Roosevelt (archive footage)

Cowboys from Texas is a 1939 American Western "Three Mesquiteers" B-movie directed by George Sherman.Texas has opened up land for homesteaders. Clay Allison wants their land and has his men led by Plummer try to start a range war between them and the ranchers. With each side suspecting the other of their problems, the Mesquiteers realize someone else is responsible. Stony suspects Plummer and fakes leaving the Mesquiteers to join Plummer's gang hoping to find out who it is.

Movie - 1989, 2h 15m • as Self

Film starring Tyssen Butler, Robin Hurt, Theodore Roosevelt, R.L. Wilson, Webster Kalipswa, Ray Stanley

Movie - 1940, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)

Part of John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series, this short shows how three seemingly unimportant things can affect people. The first is how the number 7 affects a student accused of theft charges. The second segment shows that a person's doodles can reveal personality traits. The final segment shows why certain items are on men's suits, such as lapels.

Movie - 1899, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

Taken during the land parade in honor of Admiral Dewey, just before the turn into 72nd street...

Movie - 1964, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)

Traces the origins and actions of World War I, from the funeral of Britain's King Edward VII to the Versailles Treaty.

Movie - 1913, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

On August 20, 1913, TR, numerous visitors, and Hopi Indians observe the performance of the ritual Hopi snake-dance at Walpi, Arizona, on the Hopi Reservation.

Movie - 1942, 2h 15m • as Self (archive footage)

In this John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short, a look is taken at the problems of film preservation efforts in the 1930s and early 1940s.

Movie - 1902, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

The President is seen standing in front of the Auditorium on a small platform which was built for the occasion. Mrs. Roosevelt is standing at his left, holding the Harvard bunch of carnations in her right hand. Beside the President and Mrs. Roosevelt were Capt. F. W. Wagener, Mayor Smyth, of Charleston, S. C., Governor McSweeney, of South Carolina, Governor Avcock and many other prominent people.

Movie - 1918, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

A film produced and distributed by the US Army Signal Corps during World War I to inform and "educate" the US population about the reasons for fighting the war. Featured are scenes with Gen. John Pershing, commander of US forces in Europe, and views of US soldiers in combat and resting up between battles.

Movie - 1901, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

In this picture President Roosevelt is seen crossing the field from the Navy to the Army side between the halves of the game. He is accompanied by Secretary of War Root, Secretary of Navy Long, and other notables.

Movie - 1901, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

In this picture we show President Roosevelt and Cabinet standing at the station with bare heads, while the casket of President McKinley is being placed in the hearse...

Movie - 1903, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

On April 30, 1903, one hundred years to the day after the signing in Paris of the Louisiana Purchase agreement, President Theodore Roosevelt is in St Louis, Missouri, to dedicate the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, which did not open until one year later. In this brief and choppy film, Roosevelt is visible in the center of the front row of a grandstand, which may also be the speaker's platform. He sits, talks to a neighbor, stands as if to salute the crowd, and seems to sit again. He keeps his right hand on the brim of his top hat. Meanwhile, open carriages go in front of the grandstand and stop.

Movie - 1917, 2h 15m • as Self

When the nation of Ruthania declares war on the United States, an army of enemy soldiers invades the U.S. and captures New York. But the American forces have prepared adequately for such an event, and hidden booby traps, trick fortifications, and remote-controlled bombs...

Movie - 1902, 2h 15m • as Theodore Roosevelt

At the christening and launching, our cameras occupied a most enviable position, being within ten feet of Miss Alice Roosevelt and Prince Henry at the time the bottle was broken. The scene opens by the band of the Royal Yacht "Hohenzollern" marching up the platform. Next a close view is shown of the arrival of President Roosevelt, who shakes hands with Mayor Seth Low, of New York City. Next comes Prince Henry and Miss Alice Roosevelt, accompanied by Colonel Bingham, of the U.S. Army, and Ambassador Count von Holleben, followed closely by Admiral Count Baudissin, of the Hohenzollern, Adjutant General Corbin and representative officers of the United States and German armies and navies. The party immediately proceed to the launching stand, followed by our panoramic cameras, Miss Alice Roosevelt leaning on the arm of Prince Henry of Prussia. A short wait taken up by conversation between Prince Henry, President Roosevelt and his daughter here ensues.

Movie - 1903, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

The best and most characteristic picture of the President ever made. The camera is close by so that every feature shows out sharp and distinct. The President is first seen coming on the stand laughing and shaking hands with friends and being wildly cheered by everybody. Then comes the speech. The President is very enthusiastic and is shown at his best. All his well known mannerisms are very apparent. The picture ends with a view of the departure of the President with Mrs. Roosevelt in a carriage. Before the carriage starts the President is held up and interviewed by reporters.

Movie - 1902, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

Here we show Prince Henry and President Roosevelt walking together up the gangway on Shooters Island, N. Y., on their way to the stand on which Miss Alice Roosevelt christens the German Emperor's yacht Meteor. Following Prince Henry and the President are Mr. Wallace Downey, owner of the ship building firm of Townsend & Downey, the sailors and marines from the Hohenzollern, officers from the United States Army and Navy, and the President's invited guests. A most brilliant and interesting picture.

Movie - 1907, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

Scenes of Theodore Roosevelt at the Jamestown Exposition in Norfolk, Virginia, in April and June, 1907, participating in Jamestown's tercentennial celebration on April 26, its opening day, and later on Georgia Day, June 10.

Movie - 1903, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

We have just received from our operators accompanying President Roosevelt on his great tour of the Pacific Coast, a splendid series of films covering his reception in San Francisco. The weather was all that could be desired, and the films are, therefore, very fine photographically. There are five scenes in all, as follows: 3. President Roosevelt in his carriage, with mounted escort, passing up Market Street. A good picture of the President, and a spirited subject throughout.

Movie - 1910, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

A short documentary about the post presidency life of Theodore Roosevelt.

Movie - 1898, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

This picture shows Col. Roosevelt, accompanied by Lieut. Greenway and other prominent officers of the Rough Riders, galloping up to his headquarters, where he dismounts and walks into his tent. This view was taken in the camp with the Rough Riders, and is an excellent picture of Col. Roosevelt in the environment he loves so well.

Movie - 1901, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

This is a great historical event. Our cameras were stationed in the center of the Esplanade looking toward the Main Approach to the Pan-American Exposition...

Movie - 1903, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

We have just received from our operators accompanying President Roosevelt on his great tour of the Pacific Coast, a splendid series of films covering his reception in San Francisco.

Movie - 1898, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

A splendid picture of the President, coming down the steps of the Treasury Building and walking towards the camera. [Description refers to a re-issued print when Roosevelt had been elected President]

Movie - 1905, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

Various shots around Washington, D.C., on Roosevelt's 1905 inauguration, March 4th. View of the Capitol crowds, and the oath of office. Followed by a series different views of the parade, with military bands, Citizens Americus Club, and carriages of politicians. Three film segments totaling 10 minutes, now held at the LoC.

Movie - 1928, 2h 15m • as Self

A filmed record of former president Theodore Roosevelt's and Cândido Rondon's 1913-14 expedition to the then uncharted Rio da Dúvida, later renamed the Roosevelt River.

Movie - 1928, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

Film depicts TR's commitment to the reclamation of desert land and his belief that natural resources exist for the public benefit.