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#franchise

Same-day and next-day service is so critical for our industry and for the consumer,” says Junkluggers president Justin Waltz. “You don't want to sit and stare at a pile of stuff for more than a day or two.

Originally established in 1980, Applebee's started as ‘T.J. Applebee's Rx for Edibles & Elixirs,’ evoking a unique drugstore theme before evolving into a franchise.

Now, it seems we can add a full-fledged physical pinball table to that list of spinoffs with the announcement of a full-size, fully licensed Portal-themed pinball table built on Multimorphic's P3 pinball platform.

The last Bridget Jones film executed the daring athletic leap of jumping the shark and then jumping back, but the franchise has frankly run out of steam.

The Sims franchise reaches a significant milestone this week with its 25th anniversary, showcasing a rich history of various standalone titles beyond just beloved expansion packs.

"Congratulations to all our owners and teams for all they have accomplished with their commitment and hard work," Founder Peter Cancro said in a statement, according to QSR. "Reaching 3,000 stores is a celebration of all who have helped build Jersey Mike's into a brand that resonates on a national level due to our powerful giving culture."

Chidsey's arrival in 2019 marked the beginning of a bold transformation for Subway, which was grappling with declining sales, franchisee dissatisfaction and fierce competition. His tenure was defined by strategic initiatives like the 'Eat Fresh Refresh' campaign, a sweeping overhaul of Subway's menu that introduced premium ingredients, new recipes and simplified options like the Subway Series.

Many Dunkin' locations will be open on Thanksgiving Day, but it is essential to check with your local store for specific hours, as they can vary.

"We're the biggest, and we'll continue to be the biggest expanding nationwide," says Swig CEO, Alex Dunn. "There's obviously multiple choices there, but Swig is the original. It's a category that we created 14 years ago."

Henry Cavill has joined the cast of the upcoming live-action Voltron adaptation, confirming his next franchise project after stepping away from both the Man of Steel and Geralt of Rivia roles. With Cavill's casting, excitement builds as audiences look forward to the new interpretation of this beloved property.

The Transformers movies serve as big, visually thrilling spectacles that occasionally manage to evoke real emotions, despite their often problematic narratives and commercial aspirations.

"Inflation has hit franchisees hard in 2024, with 87% reporting moderate to severe impacts on their businesses, according to the IFA data. Eighty percent of franchisees reported lower business earnings in the past year. Rising costs in supplies, insurance, and other operational expenses particularly affect industries like food and personal services, where margins are already thin."

Terminator Zero respects the franchise's legacy while offering a unique take on its established lore, set in 90s Japan with intriguing elements of multiple timelines.

Alien: Romulus features a convoluted premise where Weyland-Yutani searches for the Nostromo's xenomorph, leading to predictable and lethal encounters with the alien. It's a sign of the franchise's messy narrative.