Colonel William Smith is a real person portrayed by Andrew Scott in the TV series John Adams (based on a true story).
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Reunion (season 1), they were 31 years old.
They appear in 4 episodes out of a total of 7 aired
Episodes4
Reunion
episode S1.E4 march 2008Adams is able to secure a loan from the Dutch for his fledgling country as Abigail joins him in France as he helps negotiate the peace treaty.Unite or Die
episode S1.E5 april 2008Frustrated in his undefined role as Vice-President, Adams is at odds with Jefferson over his support of a strong central government.Unnecessary War
episode S1.E6 april 2008After Adams becomes President continues Washington's policy of neutrality between England and France despite opposition inside his own cabinet.Peacefield
episode S1.E7 april 2008While in retirement in Peacefield, Adams looks back at his public life with some regrets and has to deal with tragedy in his personal life.
- Reunion
- Unite or Die
- Unnecessary War
- Peacefield