10 Films About the Kennedy Family

Description: This film dramatizes the WWII incident where Lieutenant John F. Kennedy's PT boat was rammed by a Japanese destroyer, showcasing his heroism and leadership in saving his crew.

Fact: The film was released just months before JFK's assassination, and Kennedy himself was involved in the production, providing input on the script.

Description: Oliver Stone's epic drama explores the conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, offering a complex narrative that questions the official Warren Commission report.

Fact: The film was nominated for eight Academy Awards, winning two, including Best Cinematography. It also sparked renewed public interest in the JFK assassination.

Description: This film focuses on the Cuban Missile Crisis, showcasing the intense 13 days of decision-making by President Kennedy and his advisors, highlighting the brinkmanship that nearly led to nuclear war.

Fact: The movie was based on the book "The Kennedy Tapes: Inside the White House During the Cuban Missile Crisis" and features real audio recordings from the crisis.

Description: Set on the day of Robert F. Kennedy's assassination, this film intertwines the lives of various characters at the Ambassador Hotel, capturing the mood and the impact of that fateful day.

Fact: The film features an ensemble cast including Demi Moore, Sharon Stone, and Anthony Hopkins, and was directed by Emilio Estevez.

Description: Focused on Jacqueline Kennedy in the days following her husband's assassination, this film explores her grief, her public image, and her efforts to shape JFK's legacy.

Fact: Natalie Portman received an Academy Award nomination for her portrayal of Jackie Kennedy.

Description: This film provides a detailed account of the events at Parkland Hospital in Dallas on the day of JFK's assassination, focusing on the doctors, Secret Service agents, and bystanders.

Fact: The movie was inspired by Vincent Bugliosi's book "Four Days in November: The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy."

Description: This film recounts the infamous incident involving Senator Ted Kennedy, where his car went off a bridge, leading to the death of Mary Jo Kopechne, and the subsequent political fallout.

Fact: The film was praised for its balanced portrayal of Ted Kennedy, showing both his political prowess and personal failings.

Description: A made-for-TV movie that dramatizes the Cuban Missile Crisis, offering a detailed look at the tense negotiations and the high-stakes diplomacy between Kennedy and Khrushchev.

Fact: It was one of the first major productions to use actual transcripts from the Kennedy tapes, providing an authentic portrayal of the events.

Description: A miniseries that chronicles the Kennedy family's rise to power, their political achievements, and the personal tragedies that marked their legacy, offering a comprehensive look at their public and private lives.

Fact: Originally intended for the History Channel, the miniseries was eventually aired on ReelzChannel due to controversy over its content.

Description: Based on the book by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard, this film explores the parallel lives of JFK and Lee Harvey Oswald, culminating in the assassination.

Fact: The film was produced by National Geographic and features Rob Lowe as JFK and Will Rothhaar as Oswald.