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The Franchise

2024 Canceled

6.4/10 85 votes

Comedy

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.

Created by:: Jon Brown
Cast:: Himesh Patel, Aya Cash, Jessica Hynes, Billy Magnussen
Language:: English
Country:: United Kingdom, United States of America
Network:: HBO

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Season 1

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E01

Episode 1

★ 5.8

Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye

2024-10-06 · 29m

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.

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E02

Episode 2

★ 5.8

Scene 36: The Invisible Jackhammer

2024-10-13 · 28m

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.

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E03

Episode 3

★ 6.7

Scene 54: The Lilac Ghost

2024-10-20 · 28m

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.

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E04

Episode 4

★ 5.8

Scene 83: Enter the Gurgler

2024-10-27 · 28m

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.

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Still from Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene

E05

Episode 5

★ 6.8

Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene

2024-11-03 · 28m

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.

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E06

Episode 6

★ 6.6

Scene 110: Baptism of Fire

2024-11-10 · 29m

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.

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E07

Episode 7

★ 6.0

Scene 113: The Bridge

2024-11-17 · 28m

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.

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E08

Episode 8

★ 5.0

Scene 117: The Death of Eye

2024-11-24 · 30m

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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