HBO's new comedy series, 'The Franchise,' is set to premiere on October 6 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, available on HBO and Max. Created by Sam Mendes, Armando Iannucci, and Jon Brown, the series humorously explores the behind-the-scenes chaos of an unpopular superhero movie franchise fighting for survival in a tumultuous cinematic landscape. The impressive cast includes Himesh Patel, Aya Cash, and Jessica Hynes, with Richard E. Grant and Daniel Brühl appearing as recurring guest stars. Mendes directed the pilot, while Iannucci serves as an executive producer, highlighting the show's blend of comedic and dramatic storytelling. The teaser trailer released has already garnered attention for its portrayal of the stress involved in franchise filmmaking. 'The Franchise' promises to deliver a comedic critique of the superhero genre and the filmmaking process.