'Franklin' Episode 7 Takeaway: Temple Franklin's mistakes threaten Benjamin Franklin's reputation
Contains spoilers for 'Franklin'
PARIS, FRANCE: In Apple TV+'s latest biographical series, 'Franklin', Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas) continues to face new challenges during his stay in France.
Franklin is driven by his mission to seek France's long-term alliance in America's war against Great Britain.
However, he faces imminent danger from his close allies like Edward Bancroft (Daniel Mays) and his grandson, Temple Franklin (Noah Jupe), who continues to go off the rails and makes irreversible mistakes.
What is Temple Franklin up to in Apple TV+'s 'Franklin'?
While Benjamin Franklin is a calm man, Temple, being young, is quite impulsive. In the earlier episodes, Temple defied Franklin to participate in war, only to be later stopped by the Count of Vergennes (Thibault de Montalembert).
In Episode 6 and 7, Temple is seen indulging in gambling, drinking, and making illegitimate relationships with women. His public demeanor poses a threat to Franklin's reputation in the country.
Meanwhile, Edward Bancroft tricked him into signing a letter that could endanger Franklin's entire mission.
How can Temple Franklin's mistakes impact Benjamin Franklin?
In a fake letter, Edward deceitfully obtained Temple's signature. It implies Temple's devotion to his father, who is loyal to Britain and imprisoned in America for treason.
If the letter reaches the French court, it could raise doubts about Franklin's loyalties since his son and grandson seem to favor Britain.
With his deteriorating health and work commitments, Franklin has been unable to keep a check on what his grandson is up to. It is only a matter of time before everything blows up.
'Franklin' is available to stream on Apple TV+