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The Lives of Benjamin Franklin

A four-part mini-series reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life, featuring a different actor portraying him at various stages of his life.

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...

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Info about The Lives of Benjamin Franklin

Network: CBS

Genres:Drama, History, Biography

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
René AuberjonoisRené Auberjonois

Creators

Howard FastHoward FastWriter
Loring MandelLoring MandelWriter

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