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Hard Hat Riot

Hard Hat Riot

The clash over Vietnam that swung blue collar voters to the right.

On May 8, 1970, construction workers violently clashed with students demonstrating against the Vietnam War in lower Manhattan. The workmen, who came to be known as “hardhats,” were at the cutting edge of a new kind of class war. With the war in Vietnam raging on, it was the sons of the working class who were doing most of the fighting. Workmen saw the protesting students as privileged “draft dodgers” disparaging the country and those who fought for it. On the other side, many student activists saw the workers as pawns, unwilling to see the changes that America needed. Hard Hat Riot tells the story of a struggling metropolis, a flailing president, a divided people, and a bloody juncture when the nation violently diverged ― culminating in a new political and cultural landscape that radically redefined American politics and foreshadowed the future.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Hard Hat Riot
  • Genres: Documentary, History
  • Release Date: 2025-09-30
  • Runtime: 81 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: American Experience Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.052
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Richard Nixon

Richard Nixon

as Self

John V. Lindsay

John V. Lindsay

as Self

David Kuhn

David Kuhn

as Self

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie scene

Trailers & Clips

Trailer | HARD HAT RIOT | AMERICAN EXPERIENCE | PBS

External Links

Keywords

vietnam warrichard nixonconservatism

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hard Hat Riot?â–Ľ

Hard Hat Riot is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 2025-09-30.

Who are the main actors in Hard Hat Riot?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Richard Nixon, John V. Lindsay, David Kuhn, .

Where can I watch Hard Hat Riot online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Hard Hat Riot is available.

Is Hard Hat Riot based on a true story?â–Ľ

The clash over Vietnam that swung blue collar voters to the right.

What is the IMDb rating of Hard Hat Riot?â–Ľ

Hard Hat Riot has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Hard Hat Riot?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Hard Hat Riot?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by American Experience Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Hard Hat Riot filmed?â–Ľ

Hard Hat Riot was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Hard Hat Riot?â–Ľ

The total runtime of Hard Hat Riot is 81 minutes.

Is Hard Hat Riot suitable for kids?â–Ľ

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Hard Hat Riot?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Hard Hat Riot.

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