Television's Greatest Franchises and Their Cultural Revolution

This book explores the great franchises of television. The first part looks at how iconic TV franchises were born. The second examines their cultural impact and influence on society, from how audiences watch to what they talk about. The final part considers their legacy, their evolution over time and the future of franchise television. TV fans, students of media and anyone curious about why certain shows grow into long-running worlds will find this an accessible and thoughtful overview. 102 pages.