Michael Douglas to Play Benjamin Franklin in Upcoming Series

The series will cover "Franklin's dealings in France and how he convinced the monarchy to underwrite America's experiment in democracy."

The series, starring Douglas doesn’t have a title yet but Apple TV+ will host it. A press release said the series will cover “Franklin’s dealings in France and how he convinced the monarchy to underwrite America’s experiment in democracy.” Douglas is also scheduled to play Ronald Reagan for a limited series for Paramount TV.