Movie

The Spirit of '76

“A close-up look at the most embarrassing decade in history.”

★ 4.6(13)19901h 22m

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Good to know

Director: Lucas Reiner
Release date: 1990-10-12
Runtime: 1h 22m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Commercial Pictures

The Spirit of '76 — trailer

About The Spirit of '76

The Spirit of '76 is a 1990 movie in the Comedy and Science Fiction genres, directed by Lucas Reiner, starring David Cassidy, Olivia D'Abo and Steven Shane McDonald. It has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.6/10 from 13 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Spirit of '76 in Portugal — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Future Americans decide to time travel to 1776 to ask the founding fathers for the solutions to their problems. A glitch in the time machine changes their destination to 1976. Still believing themselves to be in 1776, the time travellers attempt to study this "ideal" civilization. 70's jokes, props and stars abound.

Cast

David Cassidy

Adam-11

Olivia D'Abo

Chanel-6

Steven Shane McDonald

Tommy Sears

Jeffrey McDonald

Chris Johnson

Geoff Hoyle

Heinz-57

Leif Garrett

Eddie Trojan

Mark Mothersbaugh

Chevron-17

Gerald V. Casale

Yale-44

Carl Reiner

Dr. Von Mobil

Bob Casale

Ron-29

David Kendrick

Ron-31

Rob Reiner

Dr. Cash

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Spirit of '76 in Portugal?+

The Spirit of '76 is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Portugal. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Spirit of '76 on Netflix?+

The Spirit of '76 is not on Netflix in Portugal right now.

How long is The Spirit of '76?+

The Spirit of '76 has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

Who stars in The Spirit of '76?+

The Spirit of '76 stars David Cassidy, Olivia D'Abo, Steven Shane McDonald, Jeffrey McDonald and Geoff Hoyle.

When did The Spirit of '76 come out?+

The Spirit of '76 is a 1990 movie directed by Lucas Reiner.

What genre is The Spirit of '76?+

The Spirit of '76 is Comedy and Science Fiction film.

Who directed The Spirit of '76?+

The Spirit of '76 was directed by Lucas Reiner.