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The Congress

7.619891h 29mGMovieDocumentaryHistory

For 200 years, the United States Congress has been one of the country's most important and least understood institutions. In this elegant, thoughtful and often touching portrait, Ken Burns explores the history and promise of this unique…

DirectorKen Burns
WritersBernard Weisberger·David McCullough

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Not available in Philippines
Streaming in 6 other countries

The Congress isn't on any streaming service in Philippines right now, but it's available in Australia, Canada, Guernsey, New Zealand and 2 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Ken Burns

DMDavid McCullough
David McCullough
Self - Writer / Narrator
CRCokie Roberts
Cokie Roberts
Self - Journalist
ACAlistair Cooke
Alistair Cooke
Self - Journalist
AMArthur Miller
Arthur Miller
Self
CM
Charles McDowell
Self - Newspaperman
BF
Barbara Fields
Self - Historian
JS
John C. Stennis
Self - Former Senator
DB
David S. Broder
Self - Reporter
GT
George Tames
Self - Photographer
JB
James MacGregor Burns
Self - Historian
JD
Jerome Dempsey
(voice)
SF
Shelby Foote
(voice)

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The Congress — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Congress?

The Congress isn't on any streaming service in Philippines yet, but it's available in Australia, Canada and United Kingdom and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Congress on Netflix?

No, The Congress is not on Netflix in Philippines as of November 2026.

Is The Congress on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Congress isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now.

Where can I watch The Congress for free?

The Congress isn't streaming in Philippines yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is The Congress based on a true story?

Yes — The Congress is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).