Episode 1
Franklin Itching to Skateboard
12m
When Franklin and Bear decide they want to go skateboarding, they get more than they bargained for.
Written by Brian Lasenby
Where to watch Franklin
TV series
Franklin
1997TV-Y6 seasons6.7 / 10
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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Franklin premiered November 3, 1997. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
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.
Cast, crew and production details
About Franklin
Cast
Noah ReidFranklin Turtle (voice)
Richard NewmanMr. Turtle (voice)Cole CaplanFranklin Turtle (voice)
Marc McMulkinBear (voice)
Elizabeth SaundersMrs. Turtle (voice)
Cody JonesBear (voice)
Leah ReneeBeaver (voice)Luca PerlmanBear (voice)
Credits
- Created by
- Paulette Bourgeois
- Written by
- Brian Lasenby, Nicola Barton, Ken Ross, John van Bruggen, Bob Ardiel, Karen Moonah, Bonnie Chung, Peter Sauder, Frank Diteljan, Patrick Granleese, Bridget Newson, Laura Kosterski, Kim Thompson, Bruce Robb, Richard Elliott, Simon Racioppa, Maureen Paxton, Dale Schott, Jennifer Pertsch, Betty Quan, Lynn Mason, Mark Mayerson, James Backshall, Rick Jones, Nicole Keefler, Sheila Dinsmore, Shane MacDougall, Dave Dias, Shawn Kalb, Neal Colgrass, Paula Butorac, Leah Lepofsky
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 156
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
CBC TelevisionCanada
Family ChannelCanada
Treehouse TVCanada
LuxAnimationLuxembourg
AlphanimFrance
NelvanaCanada
Themes
adventuresfriendshipturtle
Season 6 episodes
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Episode 2
Franklin Forgives
12m
Franklin and his family pay a visit to the pond for a picnic supper. Franklin decides to bring his fish Goldie along too. When Harriet accidentally knocks Goldie into the pond, Franklin finds it difficult to accept her apology, even though he knows it was an accident.
Written by Karen Moonah
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 3
Hockey Fan Franklin
12m
Franklin gets the nervous jitters after winning a contest to meet his favorite hockey star. Things only get worse when the actual meeting happens and he feels like he made a fool of himself.
Written by Simon Racioppa, Richard ElliottGuest stars Scott Beaudin
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 4
Mother Hen Franklin
12m
Franklin becomes overly protective after Harriet scrapes her knee. Mrs. Turtle helps him by talking with him about happened when he hurt himself after experiences such as his first bike ride.
Written by Brian Lasenby
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 5
Franklin's Badge
12m
Franklin joins the Woodland Trailblazer troop, a sort of combination Boy / Girl Scouts, and tries to earn some merit badges. He finds that there is much more to it than simply earning badges.
Written by Karen MoonahGuest stars Scott Beaudin
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 6
Franklin Stargazes
12m
Franklin trades away his new telescope before realizing its potential. He tries to get it back and ends up striking a bargain.
Written by John van Bruggen
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 7
Franklin's Swimming Party
12m
Franklin and his friends are having a swimming party. Unfortunately, Skunk doesn't know how to swim - and things only get worse for Franklin accidentally reveals her secret.
Written by Karen Moonah
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 8
Franklin's Soccer Field Folly
12m
Franklin is embarrassed after he scores a soccer goal - for the opposing team!
Written by Brian Lasenby
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 9
Franklin the Weather Turtle
12m
Franklin is an aspiring meteorologist after spending time with Mr. Groundhog.
Written by John van BruggenGuest stars Chris Wiggins
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 10
Franklin's Dance Lessons
12m
Franklin initially tries to get out of dance lessons before learning it can be fun.
Written by Brian Lasenby
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 11
Franklin in Charge
12m
Franklin takes on Mr. Turtle's household chores. He finds that he can't do it all, and doesn't have to.
Written by Simon Racioppa, Richard Elliott
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 12
Franklin's UFO
12m
Franklin and Rabbit chase after UFOs after reading a newspaper article. They consult with Mr. Mole for advice.
Written by Brian Lasenby
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 13
Franklin Migrates
12m
Franklin learns about Migration Celebration from Goose. Goose's relatives fly south for the winter, while she and her family stay in Woodland. Franklin joins in the celebraetion.
Written by Karen Moonah
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 14
Franklin the Photographer
12m
Beaver starts a camera club at school. Franklin tries to get a picture of a butterfly, but finds it to be a difficult task.
Written by John van Bruggen
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 15
Franklin's Word
12m
Harriet hears a hurtful word and starts using it at inappropriate times.
Written by Dale Schott
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 16
Franklin's Pond Phantom
12m
Franklin and Bear scare their friends with a tall tale about sea-serpent that supposedly dwells in Woodland Pond.
Written by Brian Lasenby
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 17
Franklin the Coach
12m
Franklin is made the substitute coach of his soccer team while Coach Porcupine heads out-of-town. He worries that he is not doing a good job at it.
Written by Karen Moonah
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 18
Franklin Plays it Safe
12m
Franklin and his friends' tree fort is the subject of a safety inspection.
Written by Brian Lasenby
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 19
Franklin's Favorite Card
12m
Franklin loses a soccer card of his favorite player.
Written by Sheila Dinsmore
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 20
Franklin's Expedition
12m
Franklin and Bear go on an expedition for the Woodland Trail Blazers.
Written by Dale Schott
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 21
Franklin's Bike-A-Thon
12m
Franklin participates in a charity ride for a new library computer.
Written by Shawn Kalb
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 22
Franklin's Candy Caper
12m
When Franklin puts a strange penny in Mr. Mole's candy machine, all of the candy comes out.
Written by Bob Ardiel
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 23
Franklin's Go-Cart Race
12m
Mr. Owl assigns Franklin and his class the task of building go-carts.
Written by Brian Lasenby
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 24
Sir Franklin's Squire
12m
Franklin and Snail play "knights" on a royal quest. Along the way, their friends join in on the fun.
Written by John van Bruggen
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 25
Franklin Sees the Big Picture
12m
Franklin is teased for reading a "baby" book.
Written by Bob Ardiel
Where to watch FranklinEpisode 26
Franklin Figure Skates
12mFinale
Franklin learns to play 2 on 1 hockey.
Written by John van Bruggen
Where to watch FranklinEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
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