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“I think movie and television companies are in the business of making money, and if you have a franchise, eventually you'll want to exploit that franchise and revisit it. So I assume at some point someone will do another story in the 'Lost' world.” quote by Carlton Cuse
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“I think movie and television companies are in the business of making money, and if you have a franchise, eventually you'll want to exploit that franchise and revisit it. So I assume at some point someone will do another story in the 'Lost' world.”

Carlton Cuse

About This Quote

Source Interview: Television Production, 2019

He notes that franchise owners aim to monetize and revisit successful properties, suggesting future stories in the Lost universe are likely.

In simple terms: Franchises aim to profit and reuse popular stories.

Key Takeaway

Expect more content from successful franchises.

Themes

business media franchising profitability

Mood

analytical pragmatic critical

Type

industry strategic

When to use this quote

  • studio meetings
  • fan conventions
  • media planning

Key Concepts

intellectual property storytelling economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can franchises stay fresh?
  • What responsibilities do creators have to fans?
A Different Perspective

Risk of creative stagnation.

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