Franklin

1h 6min

Drama

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.

Production Companies

ITV Studios America

EDEN Productions

Flame Ventures

Shadow Catcher Productions

Boil Some Water Entertainment

Episodes

Cast

Sauce for Prayers

1. Sauce for Prayers

1h

11th Apr 2024

As the fight for independence teeters on the brink of defeat, Benjamin Franklin and his grandson plunge into a world of intrigue and deception.

Welcome, Mischief

2. Welcome, Mischief

50min

11th Apr 2024

An arms operation is threatened by a ruthless opponent. The Paris police watch Franklin's every move. Temple makes a confession.

Pride and Gout

3. Pride and Gout

1h

11th Apr 2024

Bad news arrives from America. Franklin finds himself ensnared in the traps of Versailles. Temple bows down before a star.

Small Revenge

4. Small Revenge

1h 1min

18th Apr 2024

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.

The Natural State of Man

5. The Natural State of Man

52min

25th Apr 2024

Tensions mount between Franklin and Adams. Madame Brillon asserts her power. Temple decides to fight his own war.

Beauty and Folly

6. Beauty and Folly

1h 2min

2nd May 2024

Franklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt.

Begin by Creeping

7. Begin by Creeping

57min

9th May 2024

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.

Think of Three Things

8. Think of Three Things

1h 6min

16th May 2024

The future of the United States is decided by six men in a room. Franklin and Temple face a changed world.

First air date

11th Apr 2024

Last air date

16th May 2024

Status

Ended

Type

Miniseries

Original language

en

Networks