Franklin

Franklin

FranklinTrailer - An Apple original mini series - Plot Synopsis: Who was Benjamin Franklin really?

... Based on Pulitzer Prize winner Stacy Schiff's book, "A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America," FRANKLIN 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.

Directed by Tim Van Patten starring Michael Douglas, Noah Jupe, Thibault de Montalembert, Daniel Mays, Ludivine Sagnier, Eddie Marsan, Assaad Bouab, Jeanne Balibar, Theodore Pellerin release date April 12, 2024 (on Apple TV Plus)