TV series

Franklin

Name: Franklin
Released: 1997
Cast: Richard Newman, Cole Caplan, Marc McMulkin, Elizabeth Saunders, Leah Renee

1997–2004· 6 seasons· 11 min episodesTV-Y★ 6.7Ended

On CBC Television · Family Channel · Treehouse TV — From LuxAnimation · Alphanim

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Synopsis

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.

Themes

friendship turtle adventures

Episodes

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E1 Franklin Plays the GameNext upNov 3, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
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.
E2 Franklin Wants A PetNov 3, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
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.
E3 Hurry Up, FranklinNov 6, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
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.
E4 Franklin's Bad DayNov 6, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
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.
E5 Franklin Goes to SchoolNov 10, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: James Rankin (Mr. Owl (voice))
E6 Franklin Is LostNov 10, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
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.
E7 Franklin Has a SleepoverNov 13, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
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.
E8 Franklin's HalloweenNov 13, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
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.
Guest stars: James Rankin (Mr. Owl (voice))
E9 Franklin Rides a BikeNov 20, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin noticed all his friends are riding their bikes without training wheels. At first, he was a little embarrased with his training wheels but with the help of his mother, he learned how to finally ride a bike without training wheels.
E10 Franklin Is MessyNov 20, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
Mr. & Mrs. Turtle are always on Franklin to clean up his room. Franklin never seemed to have time to get around to it until he accidently stepped on his favorite toy. He also realized he couldn't find anything. He starts to organize his room with his dad's help and eventually have everything in place.
E11 Franklin FibsNov 27, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
All of Franklin's friends can do special things. Franklin can't seem to think of anything he could that his friends couldn't so he made up that he could eat seventy-six flies in the blink of an eye. But didn't realize fibbing could also get him into trouble.
E12 Franklin's BlanketNov 27, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin is spending a night at his aunt's place but couldn't find his favorite blue blanket. His friends and father tried to give Franklin something in it's place but in the end all Franklin really want is his special blanket.
E13 Franklin is BossyDec 8, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin can tend to be too bossy when playing with his friends. It got to a point where he friends can't enjoy playing games with Franklin always bossing them around and they didn't want to play with him anymore. He soon realizes being bossy and alone is no fun and learns to play fair.
E14 Franklin's FortDec 8, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin and his friends decide to build a fort but in a tree. What his friends don't know is that Franklin is afraid of heights.
E15 Finders Keepers for FranklinDec 15, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin finds a lost camera and his friends tell him it's his because he found it "Finders Keepers". He didn't realize the significant of a lost item until his own stuffed dog, Sam is also lost.
E16 Franklin's New FriendDec 15, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
A new family have moved into Woodland and Franklin is curious. Little did he know the new kid in town is also a six foot tall Moose!
E17 Franklin's School PlayDec 25, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin was thrilled to be the lead of his school play, the Nutcracker. He would rehearse for his parents and spent extra time memorizing all his lines. However, on opening night, Franklin ended up with stage fright.
E18 Franklin and the Secret ClubDec 25, 1997 · 12 min
Synopsis
Porcupine creates a Secret Club to be more popular than Franklin. When she finally allows Franklin to join, but he had to choose between a friend or the club, it's Porcupine who learns the real true meaning of friendship.
E19 Franklin and the Red ScooterJan 5, 1998 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin sees Rabbit's new red scooter and tried to convince his parents to buy him one. But he just got a new bike. Franklin tries to earn some money but without any success. He then had an idea which Rabbit agreed to.
Guest stars: Elizabeth Hanna
E20 Franklin in the DarkJan 5, 1998 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin tells his parents he's afraid of small drak places which includes his own shell. His mom tells him a story of a little turtle who was also afraid of the dark and how others are also afraid of other things.
E21 Franklin and the Tooth FairyJan 12, 1998 · 12 min
Synopsis
When Bear shows Franklin what he received from the tooth fairy, Franklin was upset that since turtles don't have teeth, he'll never receive a visit and a gift from the tooth fairy.
E22 Franklin Takes the BlameJan 12, 1998 · 12 min
Synopsis
Mr. Mole asks Franklin to take care of his flower garden while he goes on vacation. However, Franklin gets sidetracked and kept forgetting to water Mr. Mole's garden. When he discovered his error, he tries to correct the problem, only it couldn't be fixed.
E23 Franklin's Christmas GiftJan 19, 1998 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin looks over his toy chest to donate a toy to a needy child. He didn't realize how hard it was to choose which toy.
E24 Franklin's GrannyJan 19, 1998 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin had to visit his Granny but he rather play with his friends instead. He didn't realize how exciting and fun Grannies can be until they went through Granny's old trunks and photos.
E25 Franklin and the BabyJan 26, 1998 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin's best friend, Bear have a new baby sister. Franklin wishes he could have a baby brother or sister too. Until Franklin heard what Bear had to say about the new baby.
Guest stars: Jake Goldsbie
E26 Franklin Goes to Day CampJan 26, 1998 · 12 min
Synopsis
Franklin and Bear befriends Possum at day camp until he notices Possum was getting all of Bear's attention. Franklin tries to clown around and get back Bear's attention but just ended up getting in trouble.