The Franchise Connection
”The Franchise Connection” is a podcast devoted to finding and reviewing all the franchises cinema has to offer. Join us (Matt Fisher and Matt Sparrock) as we watch and discuss a variety of film franchises, from popular blockbusters to cult favorites and hidden gems. we will also take a break in between film series to watch and review movies that had potential to become a franchise and discuss whether they either deserve to become bigger properties or remain one-and-done movies. Tune in to the ”The Franchise Connection” as we see how and why some Franchises succeed and others stumble with their direction or lose it in the process.
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Friday Sep 26, 2025
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Case #7103: Miami Detectives Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowery's latest investigation has them trying to stop powerful new ecstasy pills from overwhelming their city. As they look for the mastermind behind this drug operation, Marcus and Mike will get into dangerous, action-packed situations whilst crossing paths with a DEA agent who has close ties to both friends.
Listen as we discuss how "Bad Boys II" delivers an exciting, over-the-top popcorn blockbuster while Martin Lawrence and Will Smith's camaraderie remains the centerpiece of this franchise.
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Friday Sep 12, 2025
Case File #4795: When narcotics are stolen from police custody, Miami detectives, Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowery, are on the case. With the help of a key witness, Marcus and Mike's investigation will lead them to crazy fights, intense car chases, ruthless criminals, and a purchase of Skittles and Bubblicious gum (really!).
Listen as we discuss how director Michael Bay puts a new spin on the buddy cop formula while Martin Lawrence and Will Smith introduce us to one of Hollywood's coolest and funniest film duos.
Friday Aug 29, 2025
Friday Aug 29, 2025
Where on Earth is John Carter? Well, he isn't. He's on Barsoom (a.k.a. Mars)! Trapped on the red planet, John will embark on an extraordinary adventure as he befriends various aliens, falls in love with a princess, and fights to save Barsoom from ruthless conquerors.
Listen as we discuss "John Carter," our first failed film franchise review! Find out why this pulp sci-fi adventure had the potential to become an exciting new film series.
Friday Aug 15, 2025
Friday Aug 15, 2025
Move over, Knights of the Roundtable! There's a new Medieval legend in town. Presenting Sir Ashley J. Williams, S-Mart employee turned Chosen One who will help stop the Deadites once and for all... at least we hope so.
Listen as we discuss how writer/director Sam Raimi ends his "Evil Dead" Trilogy with a wacky, action-packed adventure that continues to show why Ash is a beloved horror movie icon.
Friday Aug 01, 2025
Friday Aug 01, 2025
"Evil Dead II" Review
Ash and his girlfriend, Linda, go to a cabin for the weekend. While there they find an ancient, evil book and a strange recording, which... Wait a Minute! Didn't we just review this movie?!
Listen as we discuss how writer/director Sam Raimi remakes and reboots his horror classic into a bizarre, hysterically funny horror-comedy.
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Friday Jul 18, 2025
Friday Jul 18, 2025
This week we have a spoiler filled discussion on the 1981 horror cult classic The Evil Dead. In which five friends visit a secluded cabin for a weekend. While there, they find an ancient book and strange recording that will unleash hordes of evil. What happens next is a night no one will ever forget.
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Thursday Jul 03, 2025
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
In this first episode we lay out the basics of what the podcast is about, discuss how we decided to start the show, and some of our most anticipated franchises as well as some old favorites.