The Franchise
The Franchise
The Franchise
Lights. Camera. Anxiety.
Comedy
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Overview
The crew of an unloved franchise movie fight for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe. The series shines a light on the secret chaos inside the world of superhero moviemaking, to ask the question — how exactly does the cinematic sausage get made? Because every f*ck-up has an origin story.
Status: Canceled
First Air Date: 2024-10-06
Runtime: Unknown
Director: Unknown
Writer: Unknown
Top Cast
Himesh Patel
Himesh Patel
Daniel Kumar
Aya Cash
Aya Cash
Anita Yarnell
Jessica Hynes
Jessica Hynes
Steph Mundun
Billy Magnussen
Billy Magnussen
Adam Randolph
Lolly Adefope
Lolly Adefope
Dagmara 'Dag' Nwaeze
Darren Goldstein
Darren Goldstein
Pat Shannon
Isaac Powell
Isaac Powell
Bryson Hird
Richard E. Grant
Richard E. Grant
Peter Fairchild
Daniel Brühl
Daniel Brühl
Eric Bouchard
Official Videos
Lolly Adefope, Himesh Patel, Himish Patel and Jon Brown on The Franchise | LFF 2024
Lolly Adefope, Himesh Patel, Himish Patel and Jon Brown on The Franchise | LFF 2024
Creating the meta world of superhero satire The Franchise | BAFTA
Creating the meta world of superhero satire The Franchise | BAFTA
Daniel Brühl on superhero movie satire The Franchise #lff
Daniel Brühl on superhero movie satire The Franchise #lff
Official Trailer
Official Trailer
Official Teaser
Official Teaser
Coming In 2025
Coming In 2025
Episodes - Season 1
Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye
Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye
Episode 1
While problems plague the set of the latest Maximum Studios superhero film Tecto: Eye of the Storm, First Assistant Director Dan scrambles to keep the crew afloat amid a series of shakeups.
Scene 36: The Invisible Jackhammer
Scene 36: The Invisible Jackhammer
Episode 2
Hoping to wrap on a complicated stunt by the end of the day, Dan faces unsolicited scrutiny from Dag, while Anita asserts herself as the film's newest producer, and Eric demands more extras.
Scene 54: The Lilac Ghost
Scene 54: The Lilac Ghost
Episode 3
After the media decides Maximum Studios has a "woman problem," Anita asks the crew to find ways to empower the film's only female character. Meanwhile, Adam's questionable supplement regimen takes its toll.
Scene 83: Enter the Gurgler
Scene 83: Enter the Gurgler
Episode 4
While they prepare for a big celebrity cameo from the studio's most popular superhero, the Tecto crew finds themselves at odds with another film within Maximum franchise.
Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene
Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene
Episode 5
When Peter is called onto the set of Maximum's latest tentpole, Dag is recruited to help with Adam's insecurities. As Anita struggles to incorporate some unusual product placement, Eric deals with a disgruntled crew.
Scene 110: Baptism of Fire
Scene 110: Baptism of Fire
Episode 6
As the crew threatens mutiny over yet another late-night shoot, Dan attempts to raise morale, while Eric anticipates a visit from an A-list director. Meanwhile, Peter and Steph each flirt with potential HR violations.
Scene 113: The Bridge
Scene 113: The Bridge
Episode 7
On location in Armenia, Eric is pushed over the edge by an article blaming Maximum Studios for the sorry state of modern cinema. With Dan in charge, Dag relishes the chance to play First AD... until a failed stunt leads to chaos.
Scene 117: The Death of Eye
Scene 117: The Death of Eye
Episode 8
After Anita uncovers some troubling news about Tecto, Dan works on a plan, while Dag tries to dodge the Armenian authorities. Later, an on-set incident overshadows Peter's final day of shooting.
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