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Franklin
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.
- Cast:
- Michael Douglas, Noah Jupe, Daniel Mays, Ludivine Sagnier
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- Apple TV
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E01
Episode 1
★ 6.3Sauce for Prayers
2024-04-11 · 60mAs the fight for independence teeters on the brink of defeat, Benjamin Franklin and his grandson plunge into a world of intrigue and deception.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 5.3Welcome, Mischief
2024-04-11 · 50mAn arms operation is threatened by a ruthless opponent. The Paris police watch Franklin's every move. Temple makes a confession.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 5.7Pride and Gout
2024-04-11 · 60mBad news arrives from America. Franklin finds himself ensnared in the traps of Versailles. Temple bows down before a star.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 5.7Small Revenge
2024-04-18 · 61mFranklin 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.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 5.7The Natural State of Man
2024-04-25 · 52mTensions mount between Franklin and Adams. Madame Brillon asserts her power. Temple decides to fight his own war.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 5.7Beauty and Folly
2024-05-02 · 62mFranklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 5.7Begin by Creeping
2024-05-09 · 57mAfter victory at Yorktown, the Americans and the French plot against each other for the upper hand. Franklin is laid low at a crucial moment.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 5.0Think of Three Things
2024-05-16 · 66mThe future of the United States is decided by six men in a room. Franklin and Temple face a changed world.
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Michael Douglas
Benjamin Franklin
Noah Jupe
Temple Franklin
Daniel Mays
Edward Bancroft
Ludivine Sagnier
Madame Anne-Louise Brillon
Thibault de Montalembert
Comte de Vergennes
Assaad Bouab
Beaumarchais
Théodore Pellerin
Marquis de Lafayette
