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s01e08 · 2024-11-25
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The Franchise
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The Franchise follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie fighting for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe. The comedy 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.
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8 this season · 8 totals01e01 Scene 31A: Tecto Meets Eye 2024-10-07 02:00
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.
s01e02 Scene 36: The Invisible Jackhammer 2024-10-14 02:00
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.
s01e03 Scene 54: The Lilac Ghost 2024-10-21 02:00
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.
s01e04 Scene 83: Enter the Gurgler 2024-10-28 02:00
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.
s01e05 Scene 16: Eric's Hospital Scene 2024-11-04 03:00
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.
s01e06 Scene 110: Baptism of Fire 2024-11-11 03:12
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.
s01e07 Scene 113: The Bridge 2024-11-18 03:10
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.
s01e08 Scene 117: The Death of Eye 2024-11-25 03:00
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.