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The Best Episodes of Franklin Season 1

Every episode of Franklin Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Franklin Season 1!

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...
Genre:Drama
Network:Apple TV+

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Sauce for Prayers" is the best rated episode of "Franklin" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 351 votes. Directed by Tim Van Patten and written by Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder, it aired on 4/11/2024. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Welcome, Mischief".

  • Sauce for Prayers
    7.2/10351 votes

    #1 - Sauce for Prayers

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/11/2024

    As the fight for independence teeters on the brink of defeat, Benjamin Franklin and his grandson plunge into a world of intrigue and deception.

    Director: Tim Van Patten

    Writer: Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

  • Welcome, Mischief
    7.2/10273 votes

    #2 - Welcome, Mischief

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/11/2024

    An arms operation is threatened by a ruthless opponent. The Paris police watch Franklin's every move. Temple makes a confession.

    Director: Tim Van Patten

    Writer: Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

  • Pride and Gout
    7.3/10253 votes

    #3 - Pride and Gout

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/11/2024

    Bad news arrives from America. Franklin finds himself ensnared in the traps of Versailles. Temple bows down before a star.

    Director: Tim Van Patten

    Writer: Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

  • Small Revenge
    7.6/10229 votes

    #4 - Small Revenge

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 4/18/2024

    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.

    Director: Tim Van Patten

    Writer: Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

  • The Natural State of Man
    7.4/10201 votes

    #5 - The Natural State of Man

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 4/25/2024

    Tensions mount between Franklin and Adams. Madame Brillon asserts her power. Temple decides to fight his own war.

    Director: Tim Van Patten

    Writer: Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

  • Beauty and Folly
    7.3/10183 votes

    #6 - Beauty and Folly

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/2/2024

    Franklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt.

    Director: Tim Van Patten

    Writer: Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

  • Begin by Creeping
    7.4/10177 votes

    #7 - Begin by Creeping

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/9/2024

    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.

    Director: Tim Van Patten

    Writer: Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

  • Think of Three Things
    7.8/10169 votes

    #8 - Think of Three Things

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/16/2024

    The future of the United States is decided by six men in a room. Franklin and Temple face a changed world.

    Director: Tim Van Patten

    Writer: Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder