The Lives of Benjamin Franklin

TV Mini Series
1974–1975
1h 30m

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A mini-series made up of four plays, each showing Benjamin Franklin at a different stage in his life. In each episode, Franklin is played by a different actor.A mini-series made up of four plays, each showing Benjamin Franklin at a different stage in his life. In each episode, Franklin is played by a different actor.A mini-series made up of four plays, each showing Benjamin Franklin at a different stage in his life. In each episode, Franklin is played by a different actor.

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7.5/10

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Won 5 Primetime Emmys
- 6 wins & 3 nominations total

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I agree with Xlegion's review.

I remember this, along with many other bi-centennial TV productions, with great fondness. They were made in a much less cynical era (even though Vietnam was a fresh memory in people's minds.) This one was striking in casting, script, acting, everything. I would love to have a copy or see it on a streaming service. In fact, I think that a streaming service could do well with gathering all of the TV specials of this era along with the Bi-centennial minutes, etc. Very well done with this one. Highly recommend.