Franklin

Apple TV+ · 2024 · 1 Season · 8 Episodes · Ended
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About Franklin

Franklin is an Apple TV+ historical drama that premiered in 2024, based on Stacy Schiff's book A Great Improvisation. It dramatizes Benjamin Franklin's secret, audacious mission to France in 1776: at seventy, the celebrated American polymath sails across the Atlantic to win the French alliance that could decide the Revolutionary War, waging an eight-year campaign of diplomacy, charm, and espionage in the glittering, treacherous salons of Paris.

The series reveals the showman and strategist behind the icon, following Franklin as he navigates court intrigue, spies, personal loss, and his fraught bond with his grandson — improvising a nation's fate abroad. It is a portrait of statecraft as performance art.

Led by Michael Douglas as Franklin, the series is an elegant, absorbing chapter of founding history.

Production Details & Legacy

Franklin was created by Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder and originally aired on Apple TV+, with streaming available on Apple TV+. The series ran for 1 season and 8 episodes from 2024, establishing itself as a landmark entry in the historical and drama genres. Since its conclusion, Franklin has continued to attract new viewers through streaming platforms and remains a frequent subject of critical reappraisal and fan discussion.

The series features a rich ensemble of characters that have become iconic within television fandom. TVCeleb profiles 3 key characters from Franklin, including Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas), Temple Franklin (Noah Jupe), Comte de Vergennes (Thibault de Montalembert). Each character has inspired dedicated fan communities, extensive analysis, and passionate debate about their motivations, relationships, and story arcs throughout the series.

Franklin holds a Fan Heat Score of 63 out of 100 on TVCeleb, reflecting the intensity and passion of its fanbase. The show has built a committed and enthusiastic community of viewers who continue to engage with and champion the series. The series is notable for its historical, drama, based on real qualities, which have contributed to its enduring appeal and cross-generational viewership.

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? Frequently Asked Questions

Franklin dramatizes Benjamin Franklin's secret diplomatic mission to France during the American Revolution, based on Stacy Schiff's book.

Michael Douglas stars as Benjamin Franklin.

Franklin streams on Apple TV+. Availability varies by region, so check your local streaming guide for current options.