Explores the insular religious community, whose intense faith and adherence to 400-year-old traditions have by turns captivated and baffled Americans for more than a century. The film examines the beliefs, lifestyle, and history of the Amish, as well as their complex relationship to mainstream American culture. The Amish is part history, part observational documentary that takes viewers into the world of the Amish.

Originally broadcast as an episode of American Experience in 2012. Special feature: Behind the scenes.

Living to serve God -- The Amish church -- The Ordnung -- Nickel mines -- Education -- Leaving the Amish church -- Struggle -- Working outside the farm -- Rumspringa.