While Washington's fortunes would be the focus of much conversation, he was not in Philadelphia for the crafting of the Declaration. He might become a supporting actor if the film switched to the battlefield in New York.

As a prominent delegate, American, and member of the Committee of Five, Franklin has a major supporting role.

The Declaration of Independence blames the entire revolution on his tyrannical rule.

As the primary author of the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson is clearly the star.

Because he had been dead for over 70 years by 1776, Locke would only be a character in a flashback scene or as a subject of conversation among the delegates.

As a prominent delegate and member of the Committee of Five, Adams has a major supporting role.

As a captain, chances are Hamilton might not be in the film at all except perhaps to show a young star.

As a newly elected Virginia state representative, chances are Madison might not be in the film at all except to show a budding relationship with Jefferson.

As a prominent delegate and strong voice for independence, Henry has a major supporting role, but one that is not as major as Adam's or Franklin's.