Tim Van Patten
Director
Franklin (2024)
Miniseries
In December 1776, Benjamin Franklin is world-famous for his electrical experiments. But his passion and power are put to the test when he embarks on a secret mission to France—with the fate of American independence hanging in the balance.
Released April 11, 2024
Episode 58 min
13+
Genres: Biography, Drama, History
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Watch Providers: Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
Production Companies: ITV Studios America, Flame Ventures, Shadow Catcher Productions, Boil Some Water Entertainment, EDEN Productions
Network: Apple TV
Country: United States
Languages:
English,
French
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S1E1 - Sauce for Prayers
As the fight for independence teeters on the brink of defeat, Benjamin Franklin and his grandson plunge into a world of intrigue and deception.
April 11, 2024, midnight
5.0
S1E2 - Welcome, Mischief
An arms operation is threatened by a ruthless opponent. The Paris police watch Franklin's every move. Temple makes a confession.
April 11, 2024, midnight
5.0
S1E3 - Pride and Gout
Bad news arrives from America. Franklin finds himself ensnared in the traps of Versailles. Temple bows down before a star.
April 11, 2024, midnight
5.0
S1E4 - Small Revenge
Franklin pays back an insult—and receives the favor of a king. A new lover catches his eye, and an old rival turns up to thwart him.
April 18, 2024, midnight
5.0
S1E5 - The Natural State of Man
Tensions mount between Franklin and Adams. Madame Brillon asserts her power. Temple decides to fight his own war.
April 25, 2024, midnight
5.0
S1E6 - Beauty and Folly
Franklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt.
May 2, 2024, midnight
5.0
S1E7 - Begin by Creeping
After victory at Yorktown, the Americans and the French plot against each other for the upper hand. Franklin is laid low at a crucial moment.
May 9, 2024, midnight
5.0
S1E8 - Think of Three Things
The future of the United States is decided by six men in a room. Franklin and Temple face a changed world.
May 16, 2024, midnight
Network: Apple TV
Episode Runtime: 58 min.
Season Runtime: 468 min.
Released: April 11, 2024
Last Air Date: May 16, 2024, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-MA
Common sense age: 13+
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