Netflix's five-part historical series, "The American Experiment," executive-produced by Tom Hanks and directed by Brian Knappenberger, examines the founding challenges and future of American democracy as the United States nears its 250th anniversary. The series features former Vice Presidents Mike Pence, Al Gore, and Kamala Harris, along with former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, a former Supreme Court justice, and historians from across the political spectrum. Premiering on June 24, the series features Martin Sheen voicing George Washington and includes discussions from political figures like Hillary Clinton and Mike Pence, who reflect on the radical nature of self-governance and the nation's revolutionary beginnings, asking if self-governance is possible.