Franklin & Bash (2011)

Two irreverent best-friend lawyers shake up a prestigious firm with their outrageous courtroom antics in this TNT legal dramedy.

Franklin & Bash - Series Information

  • Original Title: Franklin & Bash
  • First Air Year: 2011
  • Last Air Year: 2014
  • Created by: Kevin Falls, Bill Chais
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Drama, Comedy
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 42 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 4
  • Number of Episodes: 40
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English, French
  • First Air Date: June 1, 2011 (United States - TV-14), June 1, 2011 (Canada - 14+), June 1, 2011 (Germany - 16), June 1, 2011 (France - 12), June 1, 2011 (India - U), June 1, 2011 (Spain - 13)
  • Networks: TNT
  • Alternative Titles: Компаньоны (RU)
  • Production Companies: FanFare Productions, Sony Pictures Television, Left Coast Productions, Four Sycamore
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Franklin & Bash - Plot

When they're not hanging out at their favorite hot dog stand pontificating on what they'd go through to enjoy a night with their favorite female celebrities, Jared Franklin and Peter Bash are chasing down their latest clients...sometimes literally. With business cards in hand, they're ready to nab a client within seconds after a car accident, arrest for solicitation or any other incident where their legal services may be needed. Once in the courtroom, they show their flair for the dramatic and the shocking.

Franklin & Bash - Trailer

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Ripping the law a new one

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Franklin & Bash - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Kevin Falls
  • Bill Chais

Main Cast

  • Mark-Paul Gosselaar
  • Breckin Meyer
  • Malcolm McDowell
  • Reed Diamond
  • Kumail Nanjiani
  • Dana Davis
  • Garcelle Beauvais
  • Alexandre Crépet
  • Rhea Seehorn
  • Heather Locklear

Writers

  • Kevin Falls
  • Bill Chais
  • Matt McGuinness
  • Bill Krebs
  • Jamie Pachino

Executive Producers

  • Jamie Tarses
  • Kevin Falls
  • Jack Clements
  • Bill Chais

Franklin & Bash - FAQs

Where can you watch Franklin & Bash online?

Franklin & Bash is available to purchase digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. The series is not currently available on major subscription streaming services, so purchasing individual seasons or episodes is the primary viewing option.

Why was Franklin & Bash cancelled after Season 4?

TNT cancelled Franklin & Bash in 2014 after four seasons due to declining ratings. The show's viewership had dropped significantly from its strong debut, and the network chose not to renew it. The series concluded with 40 episodes across four seasons.

Who are the main actors in Franklin & Bash?

The series stars Mark-Paul Gosselaar as Peter Bash and Breckin Meyer as Jared Franklin, two streetwise lawyers. The supporting cast includes Malcolm McDowell as senior partner Stanton Infeld, Reed Diamond as Damien Karp, Kumail Nanjiani as Pindar Singh, and Heather Locklear as Rachel Rose King.

What is Franklin & Bash about?

Franklin & Bash follows two unconventional best-friend lawyers, Jared Franklin and Peter Bash, who join a prestigious law firm and use unorthodox, often outrageous courtroom tactics to win cases. The show blends legal drama with comedy, emphasizing their irreverent approach to the law and their enduring friendship.

How many seasons and episodes does Franklin & Bash have?

Franklin & Bash ran for four seasons on TNT, with each season containing 10 episodes, for a total of 40 episodes. The series premiered on June 1, 2011, and concluded in 2014. There is also one bonus special episode included in Season 0.

Who created Franklin & Bash?

Franklin & Bash was created by Kevin Falls and Bill Chais. The series was produced by FanFare Productions, Sony Pictures Television, Left Coast Productions, and Four Sycamore, and aired on the TNT cable network beginning in June 2011.

Is Franklin & Bash based on a true story?

No, Franklin & Bash is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional legal dramedy created by Kevin Falls and Bill Chais. The characters of Jared Franklin and Peter Bash are entirely invented, though the show draws on real legal concepts and courtroom procedures for its storylines.

What is the content rating for Franklin & Bash?

Franklin & Bash is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating it may contain material unsuitable for children under 14. The rating reflects the show's adult humor, mature themes, and some suggestive content. It was also rated 14+ in Canada, 16 in Germany, and 12 in France.

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