franchise

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The first film based on the video game franchise, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” made $146.4 million in its 2023 debut.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Foundayo is Lilly’s second weight-loss treatment after Zepbound, and the growing franchise aligns with the company’s strategy to remain the world’s most successful developer of obesity therapies.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Its aging multiple sclerosis franchise continues to suffer losses that must be offset by newer drugs.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

In more than a dozen states, franchise laws—fiercely defended by dealer lobbyists—prevent any manufacturer from selling directly to consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

You did not just compare the history of our great nation to the Terminator franchise.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera