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 & Crew

Michael DouglasBenjamin Franklin

Noah JupeTemple Franklin

Daniel MaysEdward Bancroft

Ludivine SagnierMadame Anne-Louise Brillon

Thibault de MontalembertComte de Vergennes

Assaad BouabBeaumarchais

Théodore PellerinMarquis de Lafayette

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Episodes (8)

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