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  • Apr 12, 2024
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  • 59 m

Summary In 1776, Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas) begins a secret mission to get money and military aid from France in the eight-part series based on Stacy Schiff's book, "A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America."

Directed By: Timothy Van Patten

Written By: Stacy Schiff, Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

  • TV-MA
  • Apple TV+
  • Apr 12, 2024
  • 59 m
  • TV-MA
  • Apple TV+
  • Apr 12, 2024
  • 59 m
Franklin (2024)
S1 • Episode 1
Sauce for Prayers
Air Date: Apr 12, 2024
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Summary In 1776, Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas) begins a secret mission to get money and military aid from France in the eight-part series based on Stacy Schiff's book, "A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America."

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Episode 1 • Apr 12, 2024 • 59 m
Sauce for Prayers
As the American Revolution hangs in the balance, Benjamin Franklin and his grandson navigate a treacherous web of secrets and lies to secure the nation's freedom.
Episode 2 • Apr 11, 2024 • 48 m
Welcome, Mischief
A ruthless opponent threatens an arms operation as the Paris police closely monitor Franklin's activities, leading to Temple's confession.
Episode 3 • Apr 11, 2024 • 59 m
Pride and Gout
Bad news arrives from America. Franklin finds himself ensnared in the traps of Versailles. Temple bows down before a star.
Episode 4 • Apr 18, 2024 • 1 h
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.
Episode 5 • Apr 26, 2024 • 50 m
The Natural State of Man
Tensions mount between Franklin and Adams. Madame Brillon asserts her power. Temple decides to fight his own war.
Episode 6 • May 3, 2024 • 1 h
Beauty and Folly
Franklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt.
Episode 7 • May 10, 2024 • 55 m
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.
Episode 8 • May 17, 2024 • 1 h 4 m
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.

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