Plot Synopsis

Created by Jon Brown, THE FRANCHISE is a half-hour comedy series that follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie, as they fight for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe. Shining a light on the secret chaos inside the world of superhero moviemaking, this series asks the question: How exactly does the cinematic sausage get made? Because every f*ck-up has an origin story. Episodes include:

"Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye" (Sunday, October 6, 2024): 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" (Sunday, October 13, 2024): 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" (Sunday, October 20, 2024): 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.