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The Best Episodes of Franklin

Every episode of Franklin ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Franklin!

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Franklin is an Canadian educational animated television series, based on the Franklin the Turtle books by Brenda Clark and Paulette Bourgeois. The television series was named after its main character, Franklin the Turtle. It was

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Franklin Season 5 Episode 4 - Franklin and Betty
    8.4/10(14 votes)

    #1 - Franklin and Betty

    S5:E4

    Beaver's cousin Betty is in town and Franklin is the first of the Woodland kids other than Beaver to meet her. The two quickly become friends with each other, Betty identifying with Franklin's interest in sand-castle building and also wanting to get away from Beaver, who is obliviously centered on her own interests.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Betty Quan

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  2. Franklin Season 5 Episode 10 - Franklin's Bargain
    8.4/10(15 votes)

    #2 - Franklin's Bargain

    S5:E10

    When Bear buys a neat detective kit at Mr. Mole's shop, Franklin is disappointed to learn that they're all sold out, but Bear tells him that he can get a "Super Snooper Spy Kit," however, he'll have to get it before it's sold out. Franklin checks his savings and finds that he doesn't have enough money. Hoping to earn the money, he decides to strike a bargain with his Dad to get it by doing an extra chore. He first deals around doing the dishes and then fails keep up his end of the bargain after agreeing to a different chore.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Brian Lasenby

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  3. Franklin Season 5 Episode 8 - Franklin and Wolvie
    7.9/10(14 votes)

    #3 - Franklin and Wolvie

    S5:E8

    Wolvie, the son of one of Mrs. Turtle's friends is coming to visit Franklin and pretty soon Franklin and all of his friends are on their guard when Wolvie's play turns out to be a little rough for them. Wolvie seems to be rough, rude and just not fun to be around. It turns out, though, that there's a reason for Wolvie's behavior and he can change if need be.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Brian Lasenby

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  4. Franklin Season 5 Episode 11 - Franklin's Big Game
    7.6/10(14 votes)

    #4 - Franklin's Big Game

    S5:E11

    Franklin and his friends are out playing baseball when the Churchill Bears, a visiting team on their way to a big tournament, roll onto the baseball field. Mr. Mole knows them and invited them to stop by. He arranges for a big game between them and Franklin's team, but when Franklin and his friends see how well the Bears play, they try to back out of the game, worried that they'll get "murgalized."

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Ken Ross

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  5. Franklin Season 5 Episode 9 - Franklin Stays Up
    7.5/10(13 votes)

    #5 - Franklin Stays Up

    S5:E9

    Franklin is having a campout in his backyard and he and Rabbit hatch a plan to stay up all night. Originally, all members of the sleepover are on board, but then they fall asleep one-by-one until finally Franklin and Rabbit are the only ones who make it until morning to see the sunrise, but not without a few setbacks.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Brian Lasenby

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  6. Franklin Season 5 Episode 6 - Franklin's Jug Band
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #6 - Franklin's Jug Band

    S5:E6

    Franklin's friends Beaver and Bear have started a band and Franklin wants to join too, but he finds that his sister Harriet has taken possession of the instrument he wants. It's up to his friends to show him that his own imagination and creativity is all he needs to have the perfect instruments to play.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bonnie Chung

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  7. Franklin Season 5 Episode 7 - Franklin and the Bus Patrol
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #7 - Franklin and the Bus Patrol

    S5:E7

    As part of "Bus Safety Month," Bear is named "bus patrol officer" by Mr. Owl. Bear is familiar with the rules and seems to be good at the job, but when he ends up ticketing his friends for violations, they become upset with him. Franklin ends up commenting about how he'd do things if he became bus patrol officer and then regrets it when that's exactly what happens. Both he and Bear learn a lesson.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Brian Lasenby

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  8. Franklin Season 5 Episode 2 - Franklin's Allergy
    7.0/10(14 votes)

    #8 - Franklin's Allergy

    S5:E2

    One day, when playing with Bear, Franklin begins sneezing. Noting that the sneezing fits don't seem to happen all the time, his friends diagnose him as having an allergy and after some tests, conclude that he's allergic to Bear! Franklin and Bear try to find new ways to play together that won't cause Franklin to sneeze, but it turns out that the cause of Franklin's allergic reaction isn't exactly what they thought.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bridget Newson

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  9. Franklin Season 5 Episode 5 - Franklin's Pumpkin
    7.0/10(13 votes)

    #9 - Franklin's Pumpkin

    S5:E5

    Franklin and Bear have been growing a huge pumpkin in the hopes of entering it in the county fair and winning first prize. As they run an errand to help Mrs. Muskrat, they tell her of their pumpkin and learn about the amazing things she does with seemingly useless broken glass. When their pumpkin suffers an unfortunate accident, Mrs. Muskrat shows them how they too can make something great out of something seemingly useless.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Brian Lasenby

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  10. Franklin Season 5 Episode 14 - Franklin's First Star
    6.7/10(13 votes)

    #10 - Franklin's First Star

    S5:E14

    Franklin and Bear are big hockey fans and have a favorite professional player - Coyote. They take part in outdoor hockey games against Beaver and Fox and Mrs. Muskrat stops by often to provide encouragement and hot chocolate. One day, Mr. Turtle takes them to see a hockey game and they get to meet Coyote. They tell him about how great they think he is, but his response br

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Brian Lasenby

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  11. Franklin Season 5 Episode 13 - Franklin in Two Places
    6.5/10(13 votes)

    #11 - Franklin in Two Places

    S5:E13

    Franklin finds himself caught in a difficult situation when he promises to support Bear during his big-kid baseball game and attend Beaver's art-show, both of which are happening at the same time. Bear is best friend and he did promise him first, but he wants to honor his commitment to Beaver because he's always dodged attending her events in the past. Not wanting to hurt either's feelings, he tries to make himself visible at both events without Bear or Beavers' knowing, but quickly finds the juggling act harder to maintain than he thought it would be.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Peter Sauder

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  12. Franklin Season 5 Episode 12 - Franklin's Reading Club
    5.8/10(13 votes)

    #12 - Franklin's Reading Club

    S5:E12

    Mrs. Goose at the Woodland library announces a summer reading contest to Franklin and his friends: anyone who reads thirty or more books will receive a nifty reading club t-shirt. Franklin and Bear like the look of the t-shirt and decide to try and read really fast so that they can get their t-shirts before anyone else. When they find that their friends are getting great enjoyment out of reading, while they can't even remember what they read, they question the wisdom of their idea.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Brian Lasenby

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  13. Franklin Season 1 Episode 1 - Franklin Plays the Game
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Franklin Plays the Game

    S1:E1

    Franklin is not looking forward to playing soccer for his team always loses. During a practice, Franklin notices how his teammates play and suggest they practice every day to get to know their positions. Eventually, they all learn to play as a team and have fun, even though they haven't won a game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Peter Sauder

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  14. Franklin Season 1 Episode 2 - Franklin Wants A Pet
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Franklin Wants A Pet

    S1:E2

    Franklin still loves his stuff dog Sam but have trouble deciding which pet to choose and tries to convince his parents he is ready for a real pet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Peter Sauder

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  15. Franklin Season 1 Episode 3 - Hurry Up, Franklin
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Hurry Up, Franklin

    S1:E3

    Franklin heads over to his best Friend Bear's surprise birthday party. However, Franklin tends to take his take as he is sidetracked with nature's beauty. He enjoys the adventure and even picks up treasures along the way. In the end, he still makes it to the birthday party just in time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Nicola Barton

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  16. Franklin Season 1 Episode 4 - Franklin's Bad Day
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Franklin's Bad Day

    S1:E4

    Franklin is sad his best friend, Otter had moved away. Even though he refuses to admit it, he's also angry and mad at everyone. He then realizes, no matter what, it's no excuse for his behavior.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bob Ardiel

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  17. Franklin Season 1 Episode 5 - Franklin Goes to School
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Franklin Goes to School

    S1:E5

    Franklin is excited about the first day of school. However, he is also scared as to the expectations. He then learns what school is all about and even drew a picture of his family to take home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bob Ardiel

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  18. Franklin Season 1 Episode 6 - Franklin Is Lost
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Franklin Is Lost

    S1:E6

    Franklin and his friends are playing hide and seek. However, things turn to worst when Franklin and Fox tries to hide in the forest and wound up getting lost.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Frank Diteljan

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  19. Franklin Season 1 Episode 7 - Franklin Has a Sleepover
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Franklin Has a Sleepover

    S1:E7

    Franklin has Bear over. However, towards the end of the night, Bear was feeling homesick. Franklin helped Bear overcome his fear and had a wonderful night.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Nicola Barton

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  20. Franklin Season 1 Episode 8 - Franklin's Halloween
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Franklin's Halloween

    S1:E8

    It's Halloween and everyone's buzzing about. They all can't wait for the Halloween party. When strange noises and ghosts appear, Franklin thought it was Bear until he heard he was home with the flu.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Frank Diteljan

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  21. Franklin Season 1 Episode 9 - Franklin Rides a Bike
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Franklin Rides a Bike

    S1:E9

    Franklin noticed all his friends are riding their bikes without training wheels. At first, he was a little embarrased with his training wheels but with the help of his mother, he learned how to finally ride a bike without training wheels.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Maureen Paxton

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  22. Franklin Season 1 Episode 10 - Franklin Is Messy
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Franklin Is Messy

    S1:E10

    Mr. & Mrs. Turtle are always on Franklin to clean up his room. Franklin never seemed to have time to get around to it until he accidently stepped on his favorite toy. He also realized he couldn't find anything. He starts to organize his room with his dad's help and eventually have everything in place.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bob Ardiel

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  23. Franklin Season 1 Episode 11 - Franklin Fibs
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - Franklin Fibs

    S1:E11

    All of Franklin's friends can do special things. Franklin can't seem to think of anything he could that his friends couldn't so he made up that he could eat seventy-six flies in the blink of an eye. But didn't realize fibbing could also get him into trouble.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Nicola Barton

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  24. Franklin Season 1 Episode 12 - Franklin's Blanket
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Franklin's Blanket

    S1:E12

    Franklin is spending a night at his aunt's place but couldn't find his favorite blue blanket. His friends and father tried to give Franklin something in it's place but in the end all Franklin really want is his special blanket.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Nicola Barton

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  25. Franklin Season 1 Episode 13 - Franklin is Bossy
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - Franklin is Bossy

    S1:E13

    Franklin can tend to be too bossy when playing with his friends. It got to a point where he friends can't enjoy playing games with Franklin always bossing them around and they didn't want to play with him anymore. He soon realizes being bossy and alone is no fun and learns to play fair.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Nicola Barton

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Best Episodes Summary

"Franklin and Betty" is the best rated episode of "Franklin". It scored 8.4/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Betty Quan, it aired on 5/6/2002. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Franklin's Bargain".