Murder of a President

Name: Murder of a President
Genre: History, Documentary
Released: 2016-01-01
Rating: 6
Cast: David Bowles, James Eckhouse, Kathryn Erbe, Ladislav Gergel, Shuler Hensley

2016| 1h 53m| IMDb 6.0

Murder of a President (2016) is currently streaming in the UK on Prime Video and PBS America On Demand. Last updated 20 January 2026.

Streaming availability last checked 20 January 2026

History Documentary

Murder of a President recounts the assassination and excruciating final months of President James Garfield's life. A brilliant scholar, courageous general, and fervent abolitionist, Garfield never wanted the job of president. But once in office, he worked tirelessly to reunite a nation still divided 15 years after the Civil War. As he lay dying, the North and South came together to pray for his recovery.

Director: Rob Rapley