Franklin TV Series Details:
| Based on | A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America by Stacy Schiff |
| Country | United States |
| Languages | English French |
| Genre | Biographical, Historical, Drama |
| Season | 1 |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Release date | April 12, 2024 – present |
| Running time | 48–60 min |
| Age rating | 13+ |
| Starring | Michael Douglas Noah Jupe Daniel Mays Ludivine Sagnier Thibault de Montalembert Assaad Bouab Théodore Pellerin |
| Directed by | Tim Van Patten |
| Written by | Kirk Ellis Howard Korder |
| Executive producers | Kirk Ellis Howard Korder Tim Van Patten Michael Douglas Tony Krantz Mark Mostyn Richard Plepler |
| Cinematography by | David Franco |
| Edited by | Colleen Sharp Joe Hobeck |
| Music by | Jay Wadley |
| Production Companies | Flame Ventures EDEN Productions Shadowcatcher Productions Boil Some Water Entertainment ITV Studios |
| Distributor | Apple TV+ |
Franklin TV Series Cast & Character:
- Michael Douglas as Benjamin Franklin
- Noah Jupe as William Temple Franklin
- Daniel Mays as Edward Bancroft
- Ludivine Sagnier as Anne Louise Brillon de Jouy
- Thibault de Montalembert as Charles Gravier, comte de Vergennes
- Assaad Bouab as Pierre de Beaumarchais
- Théodore Pellerin as Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de La Fayette
- Tom Hughes as Paul Wentworth
- Jeanne Balibar as Anne-Catherine de Ligniville, Madame Helvétius
- Eddie Marsan as John Adams
- Olivier Claverie as Jacques-Donatien Le Ray de Chaumont
- Aïtor de Calvairac as Jacques “James” Le Ray de Chaumont
- Lily Dupont as Cunégonde Brillon
- Marc Duret as Monsieur Brillon
Storyline:
The series explores the thrilling story of the greatest gamble of Benjamin Franklin’s career. In December 1776, Franklin is world famous for his electrical experiments, but his passion and power are put to the test when — as the fate of American independence hangs in the balance — he embarks on a secret mission to France.
About Franklin TV Series:
Franklin is a historical biographical drama miniseries, based on Stacy Schiff’s 2005 book A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America. It is about the United States Founding Father Benjamin Franklin’s career.
The series stars Michael Douglas as Benjamin Franklin alongside Michael Douglas, Noah Jupe, Daniel Mays, Ludivine Sagnier, Thibault de Montalembert, Assaad Bouab, Théodore Pellerin, and Tom Hughes.
Filming began in June 2022 in Versailles, with Noah Jupe, Ludivine Sagnier, Daniel Mays, Assaad Bouab, and Eddie Marsan amongst additional casting announced.
It was released on Apple TV+ on April 12, 2024.
Franklin TV Series Episodes List:
| Episodes | Title | Running Time | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | “Sauce for Prayers” | 59 min | Tim Van Patten | Kirk Ellis and Howard Korder | April 12, 2024 |
| 2 | “Welcome, Mischief” | 48 min | Tim Van Patten | Kirk Ellis and Howard Korder | April 12, 2024 |
| 3 | “Pride and Gout” | 59 min | Tim Van Patten | Kirk Ellis and Howard Korder | April 12, 2024 |
| 4 | “Small Revenge” | 1 hr | Tim Van Patten | Kirk Ellis and Howard Korder | April 19, 2024 |
| 5 | “The Natural State of Man” | 50 min | Tim Van Patten | Kirk Ellis and Howard Korder | April 26, 2024 |
| 6 | “Beauty and Folly” | 1 hr | TBA | Kirk Ellis and Howard Korder | May 3, 2024 |
| 7 | TBA | TBA | TBA | Kirk Ellis and Howard Korder | May 10, 2024 |
| 8 | TBA | TBA | TBA | Kirk Ellis and Howard Korder | May 17, 2024 |
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