Explores the story of one of the greatest gambles of Franklin's career. At age 70, Franklin outmaneuvered British spies and French informers while engineering the Franco-American alliance of 1778.
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Episode List
S1 • E1
Sauce for Prayers
As the American Revolution hangs in the balance, Benjamin Franklin and his grandson navigate a treacherous web of secrets and lies to secure the nation's freedom.
S1 • E2
Welcome, Mischief
A ruthless opponent threatens an arms operation as the Paris police closely monitor Franklin's activities, leading to Temple's confession.
S1 • E3
Pride and Gout
Bad news arrives from America. Franklin finds himself ensnared in the traps of Versailles. Temple bows down before a star.
S1 • E4
Small Revenge
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.
S1 • E5
The Natural State of Man
Tensions mount between Franklin and Adams. Madame Brillon asserts her power. Temple decides to fight his own war.
S1 • E6
Beauty and Folly
Franklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt.
S1 • E7
Begin by Creeping
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.
S1 • E8
Think of Three Things
The future of the United States is decided by six men in a room. Franklin and Temple face a changed world.
