This VA250 program is part of our Forging a Nation Film Series, presented in partnership with the American Legion Lloyd Williams Post 41.

About: On the eve of the French and Indian War, a young George Washington is thrust into a dangerous struggle for empire on the American frontier. Faced with military setbacks, shifting alliances, and the burdens of command, he must discover the courage and conviction that will one day define a nation.

Starring William Franklyn-Miller, Ben Kingsley, Andy Serkis, Kelsey Grammer, and Mary-Louise Parker, this historical drama explores the formative years of America's first president and the experiences that helped shape his path to leadership.

Presented as part of our VA250 Forging a Nation Film Series, this screening invites audiences to reflect on early American history and how stories of the nation’s founding continue to be interpreted and reimagined through film.

This film has been rated PG-13 for violence by the Motion Picture Association of America. Viewer discretion is advised. Licensed for public performance through Swank Motion Pictures.

Date & Time: Friday, October 2, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the screening will begin promptly at 7:00 PM. The runtime is 2h 5 m.

Registration Fee: All tickets are general admission: $8 per person. In celebration of the U.S. Semiquincentennial, admission for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families is $2.50 per person. Contact the Barns, VFW Post 9760, or the American Legion Lloyd Williams Post 41 for eligibility information and a coupon code.

Registration Information: Register in advance online or by calling the Barns of Rose Hill Box Office at 540-955-2004 (hours). When our Box Office is closed, please leave a message. All sales are final; no exceptions or exchanges.