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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!

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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 a secret mission to France—with the fate of American independence

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Franklin Season 1 Episode 1 - Sauce for Prayers
    7.2/10(402 votes)

    #1 - Sauce for Prayers

    S1:E1

    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
    Writers:Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

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  2. Franklin Season 1 Episode 2 - Welcome, Mischief
    7.2/10(317 votes)

    #2 - Welcome, Mischief

    S1:E2

    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
    Writers:Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

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  3. Franklin Season 1 Episode 3 - Pride and Gout
    7.3/10(293 votes)

    #3 - Pride and Gout

    S1:E3

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

    Director:Tim Van Patten
    Writers:Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

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  4. Franklin Season 1 Episode 4 - Small Revenge
    7.5/10(269 votes)

    #4 - Small Revenge

    S1:E4

    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
    Writers:Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

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  5. Franklin Season 1 Episode 5 - The Natural State of Man
    7.3/10(235 votes)

    #5 - The Natural State of Man

    S1:E5

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

    Director:Tim Van Patten
    Writers:Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

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  6. Franklin Season 1 Episode 6 - Beauty and Folly
    7.2/10(217 votes)

    #6 - Beauty and Folly

    S1:E6

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

    Director:Tim Van Patten
    Writers:Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

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  7. Franklin Season 1 Episode 7 - Begin by Creeping
    7.3/10(212 votes)

    #7 - Begin by Creeping

    S1:E7

    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
    Writers:Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

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  8. Franklin Season 1 Episode 8 - Think of Three Things
    7.7/10(204 votes)

    #8 - Think of Three Things

    S1:E8

    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
    Writers:Kirk Ellis, Howard Korder

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Sauce for Prayers" is the best rated episode of "Franklin" season 1. It scored 7.2/10 based on 402 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".