Name: The Franchise
Released: 2024-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Himesh Patel, Aya Cash, Jessica Hynes

TV Show · Comedy

From Sam Mendes (1917), Armando Iannucci (HBO's Veep), and Jon Brown (HBO's Succession), this irreverent comedy series follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie fighting for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe.

2024 · 28m

Starring Himesh Patel, Aya Cash, Jessica Hynes

Director Sam Mendes

EPISODE 1

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.

27m
EPISODE 2

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.

26m
EPISODE 3

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.

26m
EPISODE 4

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.

26m
EPISODE 5

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.

26m
EPISODE 6

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.

27m