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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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VIDEO: Sylvester Stallone Says CREED Brings 'Rocky' Saga to 'A New Generation'
by Caryn Robbins - January 07, 2016

The actor and CREED director Ryan talk to TODAY's Willie Geist about revitalizing the franchise....


NBCUniversal Brand Development Announces Global Merchandise Program for FAST & FURIOUS
by Caryn Robbins - June 20, 2016

As audiences rev up for the upcoming release of the highly anticipated eighth chapter in the global fan-favorite Fast & Furious movie phenomenon, NBCUniversal Brand Development and its NBCUniversal Consumer Products business unit today announced plans to expand the range of merchandise inspired by t...


Photo Flash: AMERICAN HORROR STORY Season 6 Poster Weaves More of the Web
by TV News Desk - August 05, 2016

The cryptic, highly anticipated sixth season of AMERICAN HORROR STORY has just released a new promo poster that fills in a little more of the web. Check it out below!...


VIDEO: Watch Two All-New Clips from THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY - PART 2
by - November 04, 2015

Two ALL-NEW clips from THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY - PART 2 have just been released. "Old Friends," features Katniss [Jennifer Lawrence] revealing her plan to Johanna[Jena Malone], and "Real," features Katniss and Peeta [Josh Hutcherson] in a moment of reality. ...


Famous Dave's Opens Legendary Pit Bar-B-Que Restaurant in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
by Robert Diamond - February 01, 2016

MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 01, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ:DAVE) today announced that it has opened its newest award-winning Bar-B-Que restaurant in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This opening at the Abu Dhabi Mall represents the first expansion for the brand o...


FOX Orders New Installment of Groundbreaking Series '24'
by Caryn Robbins - January 15, 2016

FOX has ordered the pilot 24: LEGACY, a potential new series installment of the groundbreaking and Emmy Award-winning drama franchise most recently revived as the event series “24: Live Another Day,”...


Air Bud Entertainment's Hugely Pup-ular Dog-Filled Spin On TV Singing Competitions Is Back! PUP STAR: BETTER 2GETHER
by Caryn Robbins - June 02, 2017

Air Bud Entertainment, the proud creators of beloved family entertainment for more than 20 years, including 'Air Bud' and 'Disney Air Buddies,' announces an all-new adventure in the PUP STAR franchise PUP STAR: BETTER 2GETHER. A pup-tastic adventure for the whole family, the exciting new canine film...


VIDEO: Watch First Teaser Videos for AMERICAN HORROR STORY Season 6!
by Caryn Robbins - July 27, 2016

FX has shared teaser videos for the highly anticipated sixth season of AMERICAN HORROR STORY. Check them out below!...


VIDEO: Kate Hudson Talks ‘Kung Fu Panda 3’ & More on TODAY
by - January 25, 2016

Oscar-nominated actress Kate Hudson stopped by NBC's TODAY to talk about her role in “Kung Fu Panda 3,” where she plays Mei Mei, a panda who catches the eye of the franchise’s hero, Po. ...


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Secrets In Sin City' Episode of WAGS on E!
by - July 14, 2016

On the all-new episode of WAGS on E! titled 'Secrets In Sin City,' Natalie invites Shaun to Vegas, in hopes of mending their relationship, but when Nicole meddles in her love life, her loyalty is questioned....


Daniel Craig Is Done with Broadway, but Not the Stage
by Jessica Khan - August 27, 2015

Daniel Craig, who last starred on Broadway opposite his wife Rachel Weisz in Harold Pinter's BETRAYAL, is done with the Great White Way....


CBS Cancels CSI: CYBER, Ending Long-Running Franchise
by Tyler Peterson - May 12, 2016

CBS has cancelled CSI: CYBER, starring Patricia Arquette, marking the end of the long-running franchise, according to Deadline....


BWW Review: AMERICAN HERO Takes on the Franchise System, at Artists Rep
by Krista Garver - October 14, 2016

What do you do if you work at a fast-food franchise that's been abandoned by the manager, but instructed by corporate to stay open, even without supplies?...


Cartoon Network Renews STEVEN UNIVERSE and UNCLE GRANDPA
by Tyler Peterson - March 30, 2016

Cartoon Network has re-upped its commitment to two series announcing today that Cartoon Network Studios' original series Steven Universe and Uncle Grandpa will return next season and join the ranks of other returning hits, Adventure Time, Clarence, The Amazing World of Gumball and Regular Show. Both...


Arnold Schwarzenegger 'Will Be Back' for New TERMINATOR Film
by Caryn Robbins - May 22, 2017

Arnold Schwarzenegger has confirmed to Screen Daily that he will be reprising his role in the newest installment of the TERMINATOR franchise, now in development....


VIDEO: Jennifer Lawrence, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and THE HUNGER GAMES Cast Recall Favorite Moments
by Sally Henry Fuller - October 03, 2015

In the video below, watch some of the most memorable on and off-screen moments from the film, spliced with cast reminiscences featuring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, the late Philip Seymor Hoffman, and more!...


BBC America Orders New Original Series TOP GEAR AMERICA
by Caryn Robbins - March 20, 2017

BBC AMERICA announced today the greenlight of TOP GEAR AMERICA. With a nod to its UK roots, the reimagined US spin-off of Top Gear will appear on BBCA with three new presenters in eight hour-long episodes starting later this year....


VIDEO: STAR TREK's Karl Urban Reflects On Anton Yelchin’s Death
by - July 18, 2016

Actor Karl Urban plays Bones “Star Trek Beyond,” the third installment of the franchise that’s hitting theaters this summer. ...


Daniel Craig to Take on OTHELLO Off-Broadway?
by Jessica Khan - September 17, 2015

Daniel Craig, who last starred on Broadway opposite his wife Rachel Weisz in Harold Pinter's BETRAYAL, recently expressed a desire to 'do some theater in New York' but not on Broadway. Well, someone was listening!...


Daniel Craig to Take on OTHELLO Off-Broadway?
by Jessica Khan - September 17, 2015

Daniel Craig, who last starred on Broadway opposite his wife Rachel Weisz in Harold Pinter's BETRAYAL, recently expressed a desire to 'do some theater in New York' but not on Broadway. Well, someone was listening!...


Tom Scarda Shares FRANCHISE SAVVY
by Christina Mancuso - December 01, 2015

LONG ISLAND, N.Y., Dec. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ Since 2008, the average age for buying a franchise has been creeping up, rising from 42 to 56 in 2015. As Tom Scarda, one of the few officially certified franchise experts in the world, explains, the trend is being fueled by downsized baby boomers or thos...


Tony Dyson, Creator of R2-D2, Dies at 68
by Louisa Brady - March 05, 2016

According to Entertainment Weekly, Tony Dyson, the creator of Star Wars's beloved R2-D2, has passed away at the age of 68. ...


PHOTO: Lady Gaga Teases AMERICAN HORROR STORY Season 6
by Caryn Robbins - August 11, 2016

Although her character and story arc have not yet been revealed, the Grammy winner turned to Instagram yesterday to tease the upcoming season. Check it out below!...


STAR TREK: THE ULTIMATE VOYAGER Set for Orleans Arena, 4/4
by Tyler Peterson - March 03, 2016

 "Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage" will bring 50 years of "Star Trek" to the Orleans Arena on April 4....


Hello Kitty, Samsung scandal and more in the latest issue of The New Economy
by Robert Diamond - May 15, 2017

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