'Franklin' Episode 8 Preview: America's future to be shaped in thrilling finale

Benjamin Franklin's diplomatic attempts to finally pay off in the finale episode of Apple TV+'s biographical series 'Franklin'
Benjamin Franklin to make a final stroke to help America gain Independence in 'Franklin'  (@appletv+)
Benjamin Franklin to make a final stroke to help America gain Independence in 'Franklin' (@appletv+)

May contain spoilers for 'Franklin'

PARIS, FRANCE: Stage is set for a gripping finale to Apple TV+'s 'Franklin'. The biographical drama made its debut on April 12, 2024, depicting Benjamin Franklin's contribution to the independence of America.

The seven episodes released so far narrate Benjamin Franklin's (Michael Douglas) prolonged stay in France convincing the King (Tom Pezier) and Count of Vergennes (Thibault de Montalembert) to aid America in their war against Great Britain.

After the victory in Yorktown in 'Franklin' Episode 7, America inches closer to freedom while France has its own interests in mind.

When is 'Franklin' Episode 8 releasing?

Michael Douglas as Benjamin Franklin in biographical series 'Franklin' (@appletv+)
Michael Douglas as Benjamin Franklin in the biographical series 'Franklin' (@appletv+)

'Franklin' will wrap up its run with Episode 8 titled 'Think of Three Things'. As per the release schedule, the finale is set to release next Friday, May 17.

Having a run time of 64 minutes, the episode will air exclusively on Apple TV+.

What to expect in 'Franklin' Episode 8?

Noah Jupe in a still from 'Franklin' (@appletv+)
Noah Jupe as Temple Franklin in a still from 'Franklin' (@appletv+)

In the finale episode of 'Franklin', we may expect American diplomats and the French court to reach a conclusion to their alliance.

Episode 7 revolved around Benjamin Franklin attempting to continue his friendship with France while John Adams (Eddie Marsan) opposed it.

With no resolution reached so far, the concluding episode will feature how these men reach a common ground to decide the fate of America.

The official synopsis for 'Franklin' Episode 8 reads, "The future of the United States is decided by six men in a room. Franklin and Temple face a changed world."

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

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