

The Lives of Benjamin Franklin
Overview
Benjamin Franklin is a 1974 American television miniseries that chronicles the life of Benjamin Franklin. It was broadcast by CBS. It won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Series.
Seasons (1)
Miniseries
4 Episodes
1974
Series Cast
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