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The Lives of Benjamin Franklin

Season 1 Episode 1: The Ambassador

A turbulent storm looms, poised to disrupt the delicate equilibrium of power. Tensions between old allies intensify, while new rivalries arise as the group faces an uncertain future.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Ambassador

1. The Ambassador

Aired: Nov 21, 1974

A turbulent storm looms, poised to disrupt the delicate equilibrium of power....

Episode 2 The Whirlwind

2. The Whirlwind

Aired: Dec 17, 1974

Benjamin Franklin's life story begins with his early struggles as a printer, ...

Episode 4 The Statesman

4. The Statesman

Aired: Jan 28, 1975

In the next episode, a powerful government official uses their influence to s...

Main Cast

Beau BridgesBeau BridgesYoung Benjamin Franklin
Eddie AlbertEddie AlbertDiplomat Benjamin Franklin
Richard WidmarkRichard WidmarkRebel Benjamin Franklin
Melvyn DouglasMelvyn DouglasStateman Benjamin Franklin
Bruce DavisonBruce Davison
Will GeerWill Geer
Perry KingPerry King
Victor BuonoVictor Buono
Willie AamesWillie AamesBenjamin Franklin at 12
Michael Anderson Jr.Michael Anderson Jr.
Rene AuberjonoisRene Auberjonois
Brian AveryBrian Avery

Creators

Glenn JordanGlenn JordanDirector
Howard FastHoward FastWriter
Loring MandelLoring MandelWriter

Info about The Lives of Benjamin Franklin

Network: CBS

Genres:Drama, History, Biography

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