Mrs. America (2020)
A riveting miniseries dramatizing the 1970s battle over the Equal Rights Amendment, led by an all-star ensemble cast.
Mrs. America - Series Information
- Original Title: Mrs. America
- First Air Year: 2020
- Last Air Year: 2020
- Created by: Dahvi Waller
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 9
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: April 15, 2020 (United States - TV-MA), April 15, 2020 (Canada - 18+), April 15, 2020 (Germany - 12), April 15, 2020 (France - 16), April 15, 2020 (Australia - MA 15+), April 15, 2020 (Brazil - 16), April 15, 2020 (Spain - 16), April 15, 2020 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: Hulu
- Alternative Titles: ミセス・アメリカ 時代に挑んだ女たち (JP)
- Production Companies: FX Productions, Gowanus Projections, Shiny Penny Productions, Federal Engineering, Dirty Films
- Production Countries: United States of America, United Kingdom
Mrs. America - Plot
The true story of the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment, and the unexpected backlash led by a conservative woman named Phyllis Schlafly, aka “the sweetheart of the silent majority.”
Mrs. America - Trailer
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Mrs. America - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Dahvi Waller
Main Cast
- Cate Blanchett
- Rose Byrne
- Uzo Aduba
- Margo Martindale
- Tracey Ullman
- Elizabeth Banks
- Sarah Paulson
- John Slattery
- Kayli Carter
- Ari Graynor
Writers
- Joshua Allen Griffith
- April Shih
- Dahvi Waller
- Micah Schraft
- Tanya Barfield
Executive Producers
- Coco Francini
- Stacey Sher
- Cate Blanchett
- Anna Boden
- Dahvi Waller
Mrs. America - FAQs
Is Mrs. America based on a true story?
Mrs. America is rooted in real history. It dramatizes the 1970s battle over the Equal Rights Amendment, portraying actual figures including conservative activist Phyllis Schlafly and feminist icons Gloria Steinem, Shirley Chisholm, Bella Abzug, and Betty Friedan. While dialogue is fictionalized, the political events depicted are drawn from the historical record.
Who does Cate Blanchett play in Mrs. America?
Cate Blanchett portrays Phyllis Schlafly, the conservative activist who led a surprising grassroots campaign against the Equal Rights Amendment in the 1970s. Blanchett’s performance earned widespread critical acclaim, capturing Schlafly’s sharp intellect, political savvy, and the contradictions at the heart of her public persona.
Is Mrs. America worth watching?
Absolutely worth your time. Mrs. America earned rapturous reviews for its stellar ensemble cast, sharp writing, and nuanced portrayal of a pivotal moment in American political history. Cate Blanchett leads a lineup that includes Rose Byrne, Uzo Aduba, and Margo Martindale, making it one of the most acclaimed miniseries of 2020.
Where can you stream Mrs. America?
Mrs. America is available to stream on Hulu. If you prefer to own it, episodes can be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary depending on your region.
What feminist icons are portrayed in Mrs. America?
The series brings to life an extraordinary roster of real-life figures: Gloria Steinem (Rose Byrne), Shirley Chisholm (Uzo Aduba), Bella Abzug (Margo Martindale), Betty Friedan (Tracey Ullman), and Jill Ruckelshaus (Elizabeth Banks). Each episode centers on a different woman, offering a mosaic of the era’s feminist movement.
Did Mrs. America win any major awards?
Mrs. America received numerous award nominations, including Emmy nominations for Outstanding Limited Series and Outstanding Lead Actress for Cate Blanchett. Uzo Aduba won the Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series for her portrayal of Shirley Chisholm, one of the show’s most celebrated performances.
How many episodes does Mrs. America have?
Mrs. America is a self-contained miniseries comprising nine episodes, each named after one of the real women at the center of the story. The format allows the series to explore multiple perspectives across the political divide, giving each major character her own spotlight episode within the single season.
What are similar shows to Mrs. America?
If Mrs. America captivated you, Fosse/Verdon and Halston offer similarly rich character studies of iconic American figures set against vivid period backdrops. When We Rise explores the parallel history of LGBTQ+ civil rights, while George & Tammy delivers another compelling portrait of a complex, larger-than-life personality.
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