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The Best Episodes of Benjamin Franklin Season 1

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

Binge this in 3h 51m•Peaking at 8.2/10

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.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Benjamin Franklin Season 1 Episode 1 - Join or Die (1706-1774)
    8.2/10(154 votes)

    #1 - Join or Die (1706-1774)

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Benjamin Franklin Season 1 Episode 2 - An American (1775-1790)
    8.2/10(130 votes)

    #2 - An American (1775-1790)

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Join or Die (1706-1774)" is the best rated episode of "Benjamin Franklin" season 1. It scored 8.2/10 based on 154 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/4/2022. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "An American (1775-1790)".