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Jeff Franklin
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Jeffrey Steven Franklin
January 21, 1955 Inglewood, California, U.S.
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| Occupation | Producer, screenwriter, director |
| Years active | 1976–present |
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Full House Fuller House |
Jeffrey Steven Franklin (born January 21, 1955) is an American writer, director, and producer for television and movies. He is most famous for creating the popular TV shows Full House and its sequel, Fuller House.
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Early Life and Learning
Jeff Franklin was born in Inglewood, California. He grew up in a Jewish family. In 1976, he finished his studies at Raymond College at the University of the Pacific. Later, he studied media production at UCLA. While studying, he worked as a substitute teacher in his hometown before starting his career as a writer.
His Career in TV and Movies
Franklin began his TV career as a writer and producer. He worked on popular shows like Laverne & Shirley and Bosom Buddies.
Creating Full House
Jeff Franklin came up with an idea for a show called "House of Comics." It was about three comedians living together. The TV network ABC was looking for a family-friendly show. So, Franklin added children to his idea, and it grew into the beloved show Full House. This show aired on ABC from 1987 to 1995.
Other TV Shows and Movies
While working on Full House, Franklin also created Hangin' with Mr. Cooper. This show starred comedian Mark Curry. Franklin also wrote and produced for other TV shows, including It's Garry Shandling's Show and Malcolm & Eddie. He also wrote, produced, and directed the first movie starring the famous Olsen twins, called To Grandmother's House We Go.
Franklin also wrote movies for teens. These include the comedies Just One of the Guys (1985) and Summer School (1987). Summer School starred actor Mark Harmon.
Fuller House Revival
On April 20, 2015, Netflix announced they would bring back Full House with a new show called Fuller House. This sequel would have thirteen episodes. Jeff Franklin was chosen to oversee the production of the new series. The first season of Fuller House premiered on February 26, 2016. The show ran for five seasons and ended on June 2, 2020.
Changes at Fuller House
In February 2018, Jeff Franklin left the series Fuller House. This happened due to disagreements during the show's production.
Filmography
Movies He Worked On
- 1985: Just One of the Guys (co-writer)
- 1987: Summer School (screenwriter)
- 1999: Love Stinks (writer, director)
TV Shows He Worked On
- 1979: The Bad News Bears (screenwriter)
- 1979–81: Laverne & Shirley (screenwriter)
- 1982: Bosom Buddies (producer)
- 1984: Young Hearts (movie; screenwriter)
- 1987: It's Garry Shandling's Show (producer)
- 1987–92: Full House (creator; executive producer seasons 1-5)
- 1989: Wally and the Valentines (movie; writer, executive producer)
- 1997: Head Over Heels (creator; executive producer)
- 1992-93: Stunt Dawgs (Creator)
- 1992–97: Hangin' with Mr. Cooper (creator; executive producer)
- 1996–99: Malcolm & Eddie (TV) (executive producer)
- 2010: Love That Girl! (executive producer)
- 2011: The Last Resort (movie; executive producer, writer, director)
- 2016–2018: Fuller House (creator; executive producer seasons 1-4)
