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The Work and the Glory II: American Zion
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The Work and the Glory II: American Zion

2005-10-21 · 100 min · ★ 6.5

Drama · Western

Divided by their diverse reactions to a nascent ideology, the Steeds struggle to hold together as the strength of their convictions and their filial bonds are tested. The stirring narrative of the faith that led a persecuted people to Missouri and beyond is one of the most poignant untold tales of American history. It is the account of a valiant struggle to exercise the rights promised by a fledgling nation.

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Directors
Sterling Van Wagenen
Production companies
Unavailable
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 6,500,000
Revenue
USD 2,025,032

Top Cast

Sam HenningsSam HenningsBenjamin Steed
Brenda StrongBrenda StrongMary Ann Steed
Eric JohnsonEric JohnsonJoshua Steed
Alexander CarrollAlexander CarrollNathan Steed
Brighton HertfordBrighton HertfordMelissa Steed
Kimberly VaradiKimberly VaradiBecca Steed
Colin FordColin FordMatthew Steed
Sarah BastianLydia Steed
Emily PodleskiEmily PodleskiJessica Roundy
Jim GrimshawJim GrimshawJosiah McBride
Jonathan ScarfeJonathan ScarfeJoseph Smith
Melanie HawkinsMelanie HawkinsEmma Smith
Frank AshmoreFrank AshmoreMartin Harris
Curtis AndersenCurtis AndersenCarl Rogers
Jeff HamObadiah Cornwell
Giulia PaganoGiulia PaganoMother Smith
Raphael SbargeRaphael SbargeParley Pratt
Mike PniewskiMike PniewskiWilson Everett
Matthew CarltonGeorge Simpson
Michael BowenMichael BowenRobert Johnson

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