A Great Improvisation series on Apple TV+ is the networks latest Books to series adaptation that explores the thrilling story of one of the greatest gambles of Benjamin Franklin’s career.
What is the Series About?
The drama explores the thrilling story of one of the greatest gambles of Benjamin Franklin’s career.
At age 70, without any diplomatic training, Franklin convinced France – an absolute monarchy – to underwrite America’s experiment in democracy.
By virtue of his fame, charisma, and ingenuity, Franklin outmaneuvered British spies, French informers, and hostile colleagues, all while engineering the Franco-American alliance of 1778 and the final peace with England of l783.
The eight-year French mission stands as Franklin’s most vital service to his country, without which America would not have won the Revolution.
What is the Release Date of the Series?
A Great Improvisation will premiere on Apple TV Plus sometime in 2022-23.
What is the Cast of the Series?
Michael Douglas plays Benjamin Franklin in the series. Kirk Ellis of John Adams writes the story based on the book “A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America”. Tim Van Patten will direct the series.
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