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Benjamin Franklin

7.720221 seasonTV-PGTV SeriesDocumentary

Explore the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century’s most consequential and compelling personalities, whose work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States.

DirectorKen Burns
WriterDayton Duncan
ProducersKen Burns·David P. Schmidt

Where to watch

PBSPBSPBS Documentaries Amazon ChannelPBS Documentaries Amazon ChannelThirteenThirteen
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Join or Die (1706-1774)
Apr 4, 2022 7.5
E2
An American (1775-1790)
Apr 5, 2022 7.5

Cast · Directed by Ken Burns

Peter Coyote
Peter Coyote
Narrator (voice)
Mandy Patinkin
Mandy Patinkin
Benjamin Franklin (voice)
Josh Lucas
Josh Lucas
William Franklin (voice)
Liam Neeson
Liam Neeson
Alexander Wedderburn / Ambassador Lord Stormont (voice)

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Benjamin Franklin — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Benjamin Franklin?

Benjamin Franklin is streaming on PBS, PBS Documentaries and Thirteen in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Benjamin Franklin on Netflix?

No, Benjamin Franklin is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on PBS and PBS Documentaries.

Is Benjamin Franklin on Amazon Prime Video?

Benjamin Franklin isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Benjamin Franklin for free?

Benjamin Franklin is available to stream free (with ads) on KQED in United States.

How many seasons are in Benjamin Franklin?

Benjamin Franklin has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2022.

Are all episodes of Benjamin Franklin out yet?

Yes — all 2 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.