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Pocahontas: Beyond the Myth
The story of Pocahontas has been passed down through the centuries. Her relationship with John Smith has been characterized as a romance that united two cultures and created lasting peace. However, the life of this American Indian princess was anything but a fairytale. Join us as we look beyond the fiction and reveal the real story of Pocahontas, a tale of kidnapping, conflict, starvation, ocean journeys, and the future of an entire civilization.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Pocahontas: Beyond the Myth was released March 31, 2017. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
The story of Pocahontas has been passed down through the centuries. Her relationship with John Smith has been characterized as a romance that united two cultures and created lasting peace. However, the life of this American Indian princess was anything but a fairytale. Join us as we look beyond the fiction and reveal the real story of Pocahontas, a tale of kidnapping, conflict, starvation, ocean journeys, and the future of an entire civilization.
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More about Pocahontas: Beyond the Myth
Cast
Credits
- Directed by
- Molly Hermann
- Written by
- Rob Lyall
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
Production
Smithsonian ChannelUnited States- The Biscuit Factory