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HBO has a new Succession on its hands with its hilarious new workplace satire about the superhero industrial complex. Hailing from Veep mastermind Armando Iannucci, Succession writer Jon Brown, and Oscar winner Sam Mendes, The Franchise is a no-holds-barred look into the absurd realities behind some of the highest-grossing movies in the film industry. Unlike Veep, which saw its clever writing become a self-fulfilling prophecy by the end of its run, The Franchise draws on numerous real-world situations that casts and crews have actually encountered on the sets of superhero movies. The creatives have left no stone unturned and no franchise untouched in their pursuit of creating one of 2024’s best new shows. Even the Mission: Impossible franchise catches a few strays with a far more dire version of their bridge snafu, which is made even funnier by one of the series’ “cameos” early on in the season.
While there are obvious allusions to Warner Bros. Pictures’ own DC Universe, the world of The Franchise bears a striking resemblance to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, complete with a rising star tapped to lead (Billy Magnussen) under the visionary direction of an award-winning “maestro” (Daniel Brühl) whose vision gets trampled by the wheels of the superhero machine. It feels like a blatant riff on Eternals and Chloé Zhao, though she was certainly not the first critically acclaimed director to be lured in and spit out by a franchise film.
‘The Franchise’ Is the Best TV Show About Making Movies
Billy Magnussen’s Adam is pathetic, to put it nicely, and that’s entirely part of his charm. He’s Tecto: the lead of, what he assumes to be, the film that will finally catapult him into the stars. There’s an air of Chris Evans to him, with a touch of Tom Holland sprinkled on top — a good actor who got caught up in the promise of superhero movies, and is now destined to be ridiculed online for his every move and stuck in an endless cycle of certified rotten made-for-streaming movies. You almost want to pity him, especially with how mercilessly cruel his co-star Peter (Richard E. Grant) is throughout the entire course of the production.
From Succession to The White Lotus, HBO knows how to make must-watch TV, and The Franchise is destined to be their next big thing. Sundays have proven to be their best time slot for water cooler conversation makers, and people love talking about superhero fatigue with their coworkers. Armando Iannucci, Jon Brown, and Sam Mendes have crafted an unforgettable and endlessly entertaining series that is filled to the brim with wry, dark humor, unfortunate truths, and an exceptional cast that knows exactly how to deliver what this show aims to be. Whether you’re still gleefully consuming all the superhero “content,” regardless of quality, or ready to watch the genre slink off into the shadows, The Franchise is the perfect satire to satiate everyone.
Conclusion
The Franchise is a must-watch TV show that offers a humorous and satirical take on the superhero industrial complex. With its talented cast and crew, the show is sure to entertain and critique the absurdities of the film industry. Don’t miss out on this hilarious and thought-provoking series.
FAQs
Q: What is The Franchise about?
A: The Franchise is a satirical comedy series that explores the behind-the-scenes of the superhero film industry.
Q: Who created The Franchise?
A: The Franchise was created by Armando Iannucci, Jon Brown, and Sam Mendes.
Q: Who stars in The Franchise?
A: The Franchise stars Billy Magnussen, Isaac Powell, Lolly Adefope, Jessica Hynes, Aya Cash, and Daniel Brühl.
Q: When does The Franchise premiere?
A: The Franchise premieres on October 6 on Max.
Q: How many episodes will The Franchise have?
A: The Franchise will have [number] episodes.
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