The Franchisestar Aya Cash discusses why the new satirical series is perfect forThe Boysfans.Cash is known for playing a closeted supervillain, Stormfront, in Prime Video’s satirical superhero series. Soon, she will play Anita inThe Franchise,another satire that depicts the behind-the-scenes problems of making a superhero movie. The upcoming Max series also stars Daniel Brühl, Himesh Patel, Billy Magnussen, Jessica Hynes, and others.
Screen Rantrecently spoke with Cash on the red carpet forThe Franchisepremiere. The star compared the two series, sharing some details about how the two are related. Cash pointed out thatthe satirical aspect ofThe Boyshas translated into the latest superhero series, saying that both series are “pointing at the same sort of critique.” However, she believesThe Franchiseis less violent and has a “little bit of a lighter touch.” Read her full comment below:
“The Boys is like the NC17 version of parody and a lot more violent than we are. I think we have a little bit of a lighter touch [in The Franchise], but they are both pointing at the same sort of critique, which is fun.”
What Aya Cash’s Comment Means for The Franchise
The FranchiseSolvesThe Boys’Craving.
The in-your-face parodies of comic book superheroes madeThe Boysso successful. Its satirical take on pop culture icons and mainstream superheroes has made the series a unicorn on television. Since its release, there has been a high demand for series alike, andThe Franchiseseems to be the answer fans have been looking for.The series plays onThe Boys’trendbut also finds a new angle to bring something fresh to television.
The Franchise Footage Teaser Reveals Superhero Satire Show From VEEP Creator
HBO has shown off the first footage for The Franchise, an upcoming superhero satire show from the creator of the acclaimed political comedy, VEEP.
The trailer forThe Franchisehas shown that itpokes fun at the “dream-come-true” processbehind franchise superhero movies, taking a comedic approach to how they are made. While it continues the satire in the mainstream climate, the series also takes the high-action aspect out ofThe Boys’formula, replacing it with the myth of superhero movies. The approach is even more intriguing with the cast of Brühl, Cash, and Richard Grant. All three actors have a history in the superhero genre, portraying Baron Zemo, Stormfront, and Classic Loki, respectively, which adds more interest to the series due to their audience familiarity.
Our Take On The Franchise’s Satirical Aspect
It’s Perfect Timing
Given how much criticism superhero movies have received in recent years, it’s time for a television series to tackle that as the MCU attempts to wrap upthe Multiverse Sagaand the DCU deals with their rebranding under James Gunn.Therefore.The Franchisearrives just in time to join the heated debate.
