Franklin Cast

Michael Douglas portrays Benjamin Franklin, the ingenious American Founding Father and central figure of the series.

Noah Jupe stars as William Temple Franklin, Benjamin Franklin's grandson and an important support throughout his diplomatic endeavors.

Marc Duret embodies Monsieur Brillon, a French friend and ally of Franklin during his time in France.

Eddie Marsan takes on the role of John Adams, a fellow diplomat and future President who works alongside Franklin.

Jeanne Balibar depicts Madame Helvétius, also known as Anne-Catherine de Ligniville, another of Franklin's confidantes within the French intellectual circuit.

John Hollingworth portrays Lord David Stormont, a British diplomat and adversary to Franklin's mission.