The Franchise

Lights. Camera. Anxiety.

6.5

2024

1 Season

Canceled

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.

Creator

Jon Brown

Network

HBO

Episodes

Seasons & Episodes

E15.829m

Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye

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.

Oct 6, 2024

E25.828m

Scene 36: The Invisible Jackhammer

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.

Oct 13, 2024

E36.728m

Scene 54: The Lilac Ghost

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.

Oct 20, 2024

E45.828m

Scene 83: Enter the Gurgler

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.

Oct 27, 2024

E56.828m

Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene

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.

Nov 3, 2024

E66.629m

Scene 110: Baptism of Fire

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.

Nov 10, 2024

E76.028m

Scene 113: The Bridge

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.

Nov 17, 2024

E85.030m

Scene 117: The Death of Eye

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.

Nov 24, 2024