When does Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin release?

Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin releases on August 4, 2026.

What format is Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin available on?

Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin is available on Blu-ray.

Who directed Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin?

Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin was directed by Ken Burns.

Who stars in Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin?

Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin stars Peter Coyote, Mandy Patinkin, Carolyn McCormack, Josh Lucas, Liam Neeson.

How many discs are in Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin?

Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin includes 2 disc(s).

Cast and Crew

Director: Ken Burns

Writer: Dayton Duncan

Cast: Peter Coyote, Mandy Patinkin, Carolyn McCormack, Josh Lucas, Liam Neeson

Specifications

Format: BD-50

Runtime: 240 min

Number of Discs: 2

Rating: TV-14

Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1

Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1

Language: English; Spanish

Street Date: 2026-08-04

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Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin (Blu-ray)

Name: Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin
Brand: PBS
SKU: 840418352236
Price: 39.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Studio: PBS

Type: Movie

SKU: 840418352236

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240 min
Peter Coyote, Mandy Patinkin, Carolyn McCormack, Josh Lucas, and Liam Neeson
TV-14

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Benjamin Franklin explores the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century's most consequential and compelling personalities, whose work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States. Franklin's 84 years (1706-1790) spanned an epoch of momentous change in science, technology, literature, politics, and government fields he himself advanced through lifelong commitments to societal and self-improvement.

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Format: Blu-ray

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Ken Burns: Benjamin Franklin (Blu-ray)