Actor describes 'breathtaking' set in Fox Nation's 'The White House' series showcasing early presidencies

Fox Nation's "The White House" docudrama was filmed in Romania using a historic building that closely resembled the original White House structure. Fox Nation Actor describes 'breathtaking' set in Fox Nation's 'The White House' series showcasing early presidencies Series explores early presidencies of John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison through behind-the-scenes power struggles By Max Bacall Fox News Published February 15, 2026 11:29am EST Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Actors discuss starring in new Fox Nation series 'The White House' Gavin Mitchell and Kosha Engler, who portray President John Adams and first lady Abigail Adams, join 'Fox & Friends Weekend' to discuss 'The White House' series available now on Fox Nation. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The cast of Fox Nation’s new docudrama series "The White House" said they immersed themselves in history to prepare for their roles and revealed that the building used to replicate America’s most famous home wasn’t built on a studio lot — it was found overseas. The series was shot in Romania, where the team discovered a property that evoked the earliest version of the White House, actor Gavin Mitchell said Sunday on "Fox & Friends Weekend." Fox Nation’s new docudrama "The White House" was shot in Romania. (Fox Nation)Mitchell, who plays President John Adams in the series, called the set "breathtaking." "It was incredible," he said, recalling his surprise at finding a building with "the makings of the original White House" in Eastern Europe. Mitchell described the project as "the history the country told through the building" and seen through the eyes of America's earliest leaders. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the power struggles, scandals and war that shaped the early presidency. FOX NATION REVEALS THE SCANDALS AND SECRETS OF AMERICA’S FIRST PRESIDENTS IN ‘THE WHITE HOUSE’ Fox Nation’s new docudrama "The White House" brings the earliest years of America’s first presidents and their families to life. New episodes are released every Friday. (Fox Nation)Fellow cast member Kosha Engler, who plays first lady Abigail Adams, said she leaned heavily on primary sources to prepare for the role. "There were lots of letters that Abigail and John wrote to each other, so I read those," Engler said, adding that the period wardrobe helped her settle in. "Once you’re in those dresses and the corsets and the wigs and everything, it kind of all comes naturally."OPINION: THE UNWINNABLE WAR AMERICA'S FOUNDING FATHERS FOUGHT AND WON CHANGED HUMAN HISTORY FOREVER Video Engler said the role also changed how she viewed Abigail Adams, particularly her influence behind the scenes. "I didn’t realize how incredibly educated she was… and how informed she was," Engler said. She called Abigail Adams her husband’s "right-hand woman" and a "powerful domestic political force," even if she wasn’t in the public eye.CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APPMitchell, who is from Glasgow, Scotland, said the project pushed him to learn more about U.S. history. "I don’t know a huge amount about American politics, so it was a huge learning curve," he said.CLICK HERE TO JOIN FOX NATION"The White House" is available to stream on Fox Nation. The first four episodes are available now, with new episodes released every Friday. Max Bacall is an Associate Editor for the Flash/Media/Culture team at Fox News Digital. Related Topics Fox NationWhite HouseFirst FamilyFox & Friends WeekendTVStreaming Fox News First Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. Arrives Weekdays By entering your email and clicking the Subscribe button, you agree to the Fox News Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, and agree to receive content and promotional communications from Fox News. You understand that you can opt-out at any time. Subscribe Subscribed Subscribe You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter!