While the franchise is celebrated for making history feel "alive," it takes significant creative liberties with real events.
: The film operates on the principle that "those who have the ability to take action have the responsibility to take action" when something is wrong. Historical Fact vs. Fiction National Treasure
: Ben discovers a clue pointing to an invisible map on the back of the Declaration of Independence . While the franchise is celebrated for making history
: Ben decides he must steal the document to prevent a ruthless competitor, Ian Howe (Sean Bean), from doing so for personal greed. Ian Howe (Sean Bean)