scrn logline
HBO pulls plug on 'The Franchise' after just one season, marking the year's first major TV cancellation.
beat sheet
- The comedy series, set in the cutthroat world of Hollywood, failed to capture audience attention and build momentum.
- Industry insiders speculate the high-concept premise and lack of big-name stars doomed the show from the start, despite HBO's hope for a breakout hit.
call sheet
'The Franchise'