The Franchise

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2024-10-06

Last Air Date: 2024-11-24

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 8

Created By: Jon Brown

Networks: HBO

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Top Cast

Himesh Patel as Daniel Kumar
Aya Cash as Anita Yarnell
Jessica Hynes as Steph Mundun
Billy Magnussen as Adam Randolph
Lolly Adefope as Dagmara 'Dag' Nwaeze
Darren Goldstein as Pat Shannon
Isaac Powell as Bryson Hird
Richard E. Grant as Peter Fairchild
Daniel Brühl as Eric Bouchard
Justin Edwards as Rufus Maley

Seasons

Season 1 (2024)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye (2024-10-06)

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.
Ep. 2: Scene 36: The Invisible Jackhammer (2024-10-13)

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.
Ep. 3: Scene 54: The Lilac Ghost (2024-10-20)

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.
Ep. 4: Scene 83: Enter the Gurgler (2024-10-27)

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.
Ep. 5: Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene (2024-11-03)

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.
Ep. 6: Scene 110: Baptism of Fire (2024-11-10)

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.
Ep. 7: Scene 113: The Bridge (2024-11-17)

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.
Ep. 8: Scene 117: The Death of Eye (2024-11-24)

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.