"Michael Douglas Shines in 'Franklin' as Ben Franklin in Revolutionary Drama"

Michael Douglas stars as Benjamin Franklin in the new Apple TV+ series "Franklin," which focuses on Franklin's diplomatic efforts in France during the Revolutionary War. The show portrays Franklin's struggles to gain support from the French court and highlights the uncertainty of the American experiment. Despite some historical inaccuracies, the series brings attention to Franklin's significant role in American history and may lead to more depictions of dramatic episodes in his life.