The Franchise (Season 1)

Lights. Camera. Anxiety.

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.

  • Poster for Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye

    Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye 6.2

    Air date: 2024-10-06

    Runtime: 29 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Scene 36: The Invisible Jackhammer

    Scene 36: The Invisible Jackhammer 6.5

    Air date: 2024-10-13

    Runtime: 28 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Scene 54: The Lilac Ghost

    Scene 54: The Lilac Ghost 6.8

    Air date: 2024-10-20

    Runtime: 28 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Scene 83: Enter the Gurgler

    Scene 83: Enter the Gurgler 6.5

    Air date: 2024-10-27

    Runtime: 28 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene

    Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene 6.8

    Air date: 2024-11-03

    Runtime: 28 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Scene 110: Baptism of Fire

    Scene 110: Baptism of Fire 7.6

    Air date: 2024-11-10

    Runtime: 29 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Scene 113: The Bridge

    Scene 113: The Bridge 7.3

    Air date: 2024-11-17

    Runtime: 28 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Scene 117: The Death of Eye

    Scene 117: The Death of Eye 5.5

    Air date: 2024-11-24

    Runtime: 30 min

    Overview: 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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