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S1 E1 - Sauce for Prayers
S1 E2 - Welcome, Mischief
S1 E3 - Pride and Gout
S1 E4 - Small Revenge
S1 E5 - The Natural State of Man
S1 E6 - Beauty and Folly
S1 E7 - Begin by Creeping
S1 E8 - Think of Three Things
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Currently you are able to watch "Franklin - Season 1" streaming on Apple TV Plus, Apple TV Plus Amazon Channel.
Synopsis
With democracy hanging in the balance, Benjamin Franklin goes on a secret mission to France
In 1776, renowned scientist and politician Benjamin Franklin sets out on a top secret mission to France, where he will remain for eight years to ensure the continuation of democracy.
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What to know
Michael Douglas portrays Benjamin Franklin in Apple TV historical drama miniseries
Franklin Season 1 is the first season of the historical drama miniseries produced for Apple TV+. Kirk Ellis (John Adams) and Howard Korder (Boardwalk Empire) write the series, while Tim Van Patten directs. Van Patten is known for his work directing episodes of acclaimed series such as The Sopranos, Rome, Sex and the City, Game of Thrones, Boardwalk Empire, and Black Mirror. The series is based on author Stacy Schiff's 2005 book A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America.
Academy Award-winner Michael Douglas plays scientist, politician, and American Founding Father Benjamin Franklin in the series. He is joined by Noah Jupe, who portrays his son William Temple Franklin, who accompanies him on his journey to France. Eddie Marsan joins as fellow Founding Father John Adams. Other members of the cast include Daniel Mays, Assaad Bouab, Marc Duret, Ludivine Sagnier, Thibault de Montalembert, John Hollingworth, amongst others.
Production News
- February 28, 2022
- Apple TV+ reveal that Michael Douglas is set to star as Benjamin Franklin in a miniseries written by Kirk Ellis and directed by Tim Van Patten. (Source: Deadline)
- June 8, 2022
- Howard Korder joins the production team as head writer alongside Kirk Ellis. Additionally, a full cast listing is revealed, including Noah Jupe as Franklin’s son William. (Source: Deadline)
- April 12, 2024
- Franklin Season 1 premieres on Apple TV+.
