Explore the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century’s most consequential and compelling personalities, whose work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States.
- Created by
- Ken Burns
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 2 episodes
S1 E1Join or Die (1706-1774)
Apr 4, 2022116 min
After building a printing empire in Philadelphia with his wife Deborah, Benjamin Franklin gains worldwide fame from electricity experiments, then spends years in London trying to keep Britain and America together as his family comes apart.
S1 E2An American (1775-1790)
Apr 5, 2022115 min
In wartime Philadelphia, Benjamin Franklin helps Thomas Jefferson craft the Declaration of Independence. In Paris, he wins French support for the American Revolution. Back home, he works on the Constitution of the new United States.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Benjamin Franklin?
- Benjamin Franklin is streaming on PBS, KQED, Thirteen. It can also be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies. Availability is refreshed weekly.
- How many seasons of Benjamin Franklin are there?
- Benjamin Franklin has 1 season and 2 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of Benjamin Franklin?
- Benjamin Franklin has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on April 5, 2022.
- Who stars in Benjamin Franklin?
- Benjamin Franklin stars Peter Coyote, Mandy Patinkin, Josh Lucas, Liam Neeson.
