By In an era of franchise-driven programming, sequels often face an uphill battle, with follow-ups frequently falling short of the momentum and expectations set by a breakout debut.
Among the most resilient is “I’m Solo,” which has remained on air since 2021 and is currently airing its 29th cohort, with each season’s storyline unfolding over seven or eight episodes. “EXchange” has similarly defied the trend, recently confirming production of its fifth season just weeks after its fourth season wrapped to a strong reception.
