Franklin
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Franklin is an Canadian educational animated television series, based on the Franklin the Turtle books by Brenda Clark and Paulette Bourgeois. The television series was named after its main character, Franklin the Turtle. It was produced by PolyGram Television, Alphanim, LuxAnimation, Nelvana, Neurones Enterprises, Reader's Digest for Young Families, TF1, Funbag Animation Studios, Europool, Mini TFO, and Family Channel, and syndicated by Summit Entertainment.
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Season 1
Franklin Plays the Game
Franklin is not looking forward to playing soccer for his team always loses. During a practice, Franklin notices how his teammates play and suggest they practice every day to get to know their positions. Eventually, they all learn to play as a team and have fun, even though they haven't won a game.
Franklin Wants A Pet
Franklin still loves his stuff dog Sam but have trouble deciding which pet to choose and tries to convince his parents he is ready for a real pet.
Hurry Up, Franklin
Franklin heads over to his best Friend Bear's surprise birthday party. However, Franklin tends to take his take as he is sidetracked with nature's beauty. He enjoys the adventure and even picks up treasures along the way. In the end, he still makes it to the birthday party just in time.
Franklin's Bad Day
Franklin is sad his best friend, Otter had moved away. Even though he refuses to admit it, he's also angry and mad at everyone. He then realizes, no matter what, it's no excuse for his behavior.
Franklin Goes to School
Franklin is excited about the first day of school. However, he is also scared as to the expectations. He then learns what school is all about and even drew a picture of his family to take home.
Franklin Is Lost
Franklin and his friends are playing hide and seek. However, things turn to worst when Franklin and Fox tries to hide in the forest and wound up getting lost.
Franklin Has a Sleepover
Franklin has Bear over. However, towards the end of the night, Bear was feeling homesick. Franklin helped Bear overcome his fear and had a wonderful night.
Franklin's Halloween
It's Halloween and everyone's buzzing about. They all can't wait for the Halloween party. When strange noises and ghosts appear, Franklin thought it was Bear until he heard he was home with the flu.
Where does Franklin rank today?
Franklin is #969 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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About Franklin
Franklin is an Canadian educational animated television series, based on the Franklin the Turtle books by Brenda Clark and Paulette Bourgeois. The television series was named after its main character, Franklin the Turtle. It was produced by PolyGram Television, Alphanim, LuxAnimation, Nelvana, Neurones Enterprises, Reader's Digest for Young Families, TF1, Funbag Animation Studios, Europool, Mini TFO, and Family Channel, and syndicated by Summit Entertainment. Across 6 seasons and 156 episodes, originally airing on CBC Television.
Franklin Cast and Characters
The cast features Richard Newman (as Mr. Turtle (voice)), Cole Caplan (as Franklin Turtle (voice)), Marc McMulkin (as Bear (voice)), Elizabeth Saunders (as Mrs. Turtle (voice)), and Leah Renee (as Beaver (voice)). Their performances are a major reason Franklin has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Franklin Online
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▶ Watch Franklin NowWhy People Are Watching Franklin
Franklin flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Franklin
Where can I watch Franklin online for free?
You can watch Franklin online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does Franklin have?
Franklin has 156 episodes across 6 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Franklin good? What's the rating?
Franklin holds a 6.7/10 rating based on 113 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Franklin?
The main cast includes Richard Newman, Cole Caplan, Marc McMulkin, and Elizabeth Saunders, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Franklin available in English?
Yes — Franklin was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Franklin released?
Franklin first aired in 1997.
Do I need an account to watch Franklin on Bowood.TV?
No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch Franklin without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Franklin for free?
You can watch Franklin online for free on Bowood.TV. All 156 episodes across 6 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Franklin have?
Franklin currently has 6 seasons and a total of 156 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Franklin about?
Franklin is an Canadian educational animated television series, based on the Franklin the Turtle books by Brenda Clark and Paulette Bourgeois. The television series was named after its main character, Franklin the Turtle. It was produced by PolyGram Television, Alphanim, LuxAnimation, Nelvana, Neurones Enterprises,… It belongs to the Animation, Kids, Family genres.
In which language is Franklin originally available?
Franklin was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Franklin first released?
Franklin first premiered on November 3, 1997 (1997). The series has since concluded its run.
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