'Franklin' Episode 6 Preview: Benjamin Franklin to sense a traitor

As Edward Bancroft continues to betray Benjamin Franklin, the latter will begin to harbor suspicions in 'Franklin' Episode 6
PUBLISHED APR 26, 2024
Benjamin Franklin to grow suspicion of treason in 'Franklin' Episode 6 (@appletv+)
Benjamin Franklin to grow suspicion of treason in 'Franklin' Episode 6 (@appletv+)

Contains spoilers and speculations for 'Franklin'

PARIS, FRANCE: Apple TV+'s 'Franklin' has intrigued viewers with its relevance in the period genre, delivering a cinematic experience through its alluring depiction of the 18th century backdrop.

Tension mounts in the eight-episodic series as Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas) continues to face adversities, especially with John Adams' (Eddie Marsan) presence in France while he remains unwary of Edward Bancroft's (Daniel Mays) deceit.

When is 'Franklin' Episode 6 releasing?

Franklin Benjamin (played by Michael Douglas) remains unwary of betrayal in Episode 3 of 'Franklin' (@appletv+)
Michael Douglas plays Benjamin Franklin in Apple TV+'s 'Franklin' (@appletv+)

After the unfolding of intense events in Episode 5, viewers are left on a cliffhanger, eagerly awaiting the release of the next episode.

'Franklin' Episode 6 titled 'Beauty and Folly' is scheduled to release next Friday, May 3, 2024. The episode, with a runtime of 60 minutes, will be available for Apple TV+'s subscribers.

What to expect in 'Franklin' Episode 6?

Daniel Mays as Edward Bancroft in 'Franklin' (@appletv+)
Daniel Mays as Edward Bancroft in 'Franklin' (@appletv+)

In 'Franklin', Edward Bancroft, a close ally of Benjamin Franklin, has been secretly working for English spies. He has been passing on crucial information of Franklin's plans for America, thus endangering America's fate in the war.

So far, Franklin has been unaware of the backstabbing by his most entrusted man. However, he is most likely to grow suspicion of treason around him in the upcoming episode.

The episode will also focus on Temple Franklin's (Noah Jupe) adventures as he decides to participate in war against Franklin's wishes.

The official synopsis for 'Franklin' Episode 6 reads, "Franklin suspects traitors are everywhere. Vergennes makes a final offer. Jacques introduces Temple to the thrill of the hunt."

'Franklin' is available to stream on Apple TV+.

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