From Michael Douglas to Gene Balibar, discover Franklin’s stellar cast on Apple TV+

Michael Douglas is Benjamin Franklin

Ambassador to France after the United States signed the Declaration of Independence, Benjamin Franklin Working to create a Franco-American alliance that would legitimize his country’s new status. But he will have to be strategic and careful because there are many spies at the court of Louis XVI…

Bringing one of the legendary founding fathers of the United States to life, the great Michael Douglas lives up to his reputation. Awarded the Oscar for Best Actor for Wall Street, then the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival throughout his career, he plays here a masterful and cunning hero who is willing to do anything to achieve his goals.

Ludivin Sagnier

Hailing from the upper bourgeoisie of Paris, Anne-Louise Brillon de Jouy is a woman of influence. The key to its power? A salon he runs every Wednesday and Saturday where fashionable intellectuals meet. From the most famous composers to the most promising artists, Madame Brillon would give Benjamin Franklin a taste for art and become one of the centers of his rise.

The brilliant three-time César nominee Ludivine Sagnier portrays this powerful and scheming woman.

Noah Jupp is Franklin Temple

Revealed in the cinematic saga “Without a Voice”, Noah Jupp attributes his features to Temple, the grandson of Benjamin Franklin. Assistant and secretary to his grandfather, this 16-year-old boy learns the work of politics with his mentor at the court of the King of France.

Asad Bouabi Beaumarchais

If he is known for being one of the greatest playwrights of the 18th century, Beaumarchais was also a spy for the King of France! Deeply involved in relations with the United States, this difficult man, played by Asad Bouabi (Ten Percent, Peaky Blinders), gradually takes the side of the rebels in the war for independence and becomes the main support of Benjamin Franklin, despite their personal differences.

Thibaut de Montambert Vergine

Minister of Foreign Affairs during the reign of Louis XVI, Vergennes played a crucial role in Benjamin Franklin’s plans. Sometimes an ally, sometimes an obstacle to the latter’s goals, Vergen is a fascinating and mysterious character.

It is Thibaut de Montalembert, known for his roles in theatre, film (Le Roi) and television, who lends his features to this historical figure and thus finds his counterpart. ten percent Asad Buab.

Theodore Pellerin is the Marquis de Lafayette

From a noble provincial family, young Captain Lafayette is promised a brilliant military future. Convinced by Benjamin Franklin to support the American independence fighters, he would become one of their greatest supporters and one of the symbols of the Franco-American alliance.

Theodore Pellerin, the Quebec actor who plays him, recently starred in Beau is Afraid with Joaquin Phoenix.

Daniel Mays as Edward Bancroft

British actor Daniel Mays, who appeared in the series Good Omens but also in films such as Star Wars: Rogue One and 1917, plays the role of the famous Edward Bancroft. A double agent who sometimes acts as a spy for the Kingdom of England and sometimes for the United States, this intriguing character follows his own interests and ambitions. Will his presence at the French court complicate Benjamin Franklin’s mission?

Jean Balibar is Madame Helvetius

Ludivine Sagnier is not the only French actress to shine in Franklin’s casting: Jeanne Balibar, who was nominated five times for César and awarded for her interpretation of Barbara, will also appear in the series.

Anne-Catherine de Ligniville Helvétius is one of the most famous salons in Paris, friend and rival of Madame Brillon. This powerful and extravagant woman was courted by many personalities, from Talleyrand to Napoleon. Will Benjamin Franklin have the opportunity to meet them?

The first 3 episodes of Franklin series are available starting April 12, exclusively on Apple TV+.