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Cast · Directed by Ellen Giffard
Colm Feore
narrator
Richard Easton
Benjamin Franklin
Dylan Baker
Benjamin Franklin
David Adkins
John Jay
Gerry Bamman
Paul Wentworth
Blair Brown
Jane Mecom
Anthony Cochrane
George
Peter Donaldson
John Adams
Ronald Guttman
Le Comte de Vergennes
Anthony Heald
Jonathan Austin
Jefferson Mays
Elkanah Watson
Brian Murray
Viscount Stormont
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Benjamin Franklin — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Benjamin Franklin?
Benjamin Franklin is streaming on PBS Documentaries in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is Benjamin Franklin on Netflix?
No, Benjamin Franklin is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries.
Is Benjamin Franklin on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Benjamin Franklin isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on PBS Documentaries instead.
Where can I watch Benjamin Franklin for free?
Benjamin Franklin is available on PBS Documentaries in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.
How many seasons are in Benjamin Franklin?
Benjamin Franklin has 1 season in total (3 episodes). The series concluded in 2002.
Are all episodes of Benjamin Franklin out yet?
Yes — all 3 episodes across 1 season of Benjamin Franklin are out and available to stream.
Is there a Season 2 of Benjamin Franklin?
No — Benjamin Franklin ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.
Is Benjamin Franklin based on a true story?
Yes — Benjamin Franklin is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).