Synopsis
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.
Episodes
Season 11
Sauce for PrayersAs the fight for independence teeters on the brink of defeat, Benjamin Franklin and his grandson plunge into a world of intrigue and deception.60m2
Welcome, MischiefAn arms operation is threatened by a ruthless opponent. The Paris police watch Franklin's every move. Temple makes a confession.50m3
Pride and GoutBad news arrives from America. Franklin finds himself ensnared in the traps of Versailles. Temple bows down before a star.60m4
Small RevengeFranklin 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.61m5
The Natural State of ManTensions mount between Franklin and Adams. Madame Brillon asserts her power. Temple decides to fight his own war.52m6
Beauty and FollyFranklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt.62m7
Begin by CreepingAfter victory at Yorktown, the Americans and the French plot against each other for the upper hand. Franklin is laid low at a crucial moment.57m8
Think of Three ThingsThe future of the United States is decided by six men in a room. Franklin and Temple face a changed world.66m
Sauce for PrayersAs the fight for independence teeters on the brink of defeat, Benjamin Franklin and his grandson plunge into a world of intrigue and deception.60m2Welcome, MischiefAn arms operation is threatened by a ruthless opponent. The Paris police watch Franklin's every move. Temple makes a confession.50m3Pride and GoutBad news arrives from America. Franklin finds himself ensnared in the traps of Versailles. Temple bows down before a star.60m4Small RevengeFranklin 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.61m5The Natural State of ManTensions mount between Franklin and Adams. Madame Brillon asserts her power. Temple decides to fight his own war.52m6Beauty and FollyFranklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt.62m7Begin by CreepingAfter victory at Yorktown, the Americans and the French plot against each other for the upper hand. Franklin is laid low at a crucial moment.57m8Think of Three ThingsThe future of the United States is decided by six men in a room. Franklin and Temple face a changed world.66mCast
