Here’s howThe Franchiseuses the backstory of a MCU star as the groundwork for an antagonistic character.

Even compared to the rest ofThe Franchise’s chaotic production, Kyle’s presence complicated an already tense vibe.

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As he reveals during his introductory scene, Kyle formerly co-starred on the in-universe sitcomBread and Butterwith Adam.

Kyle has some similarities to the career trajectory of Chris Pratt.

The show reflected this, but Pratt has since primarily appeared in films.

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The Franchise is a Max original comedy television series that follows a film crew as they document their increasingly chaotic and hectic work on a Superhero film franchise. Acting as a satire on the industry, the show looks to lampoon the process and the sometimes unreasonable expectations of keeping a long-standing franchise alive and kicking.

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The Franchise is a Max original comedy television series that follows a film crew as they document their increasingly chaotic and hectic work on a Superhero film franchise. Acting as a satire on the industry, the show looks to lampoon the process and the sometimes unreasonable expectations of keeping a long-standing franchise alive and kicking.

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