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FX Productions, LLC (doing business as FXP) is an American television and in-house production company owned by FX Networks, a division of the Disney Entertainment unit of The Walt Disney Company. It was also known in copyright as Bluebush Productions from 2007 to 2017. The studio currently produces series for FX, FXX and FX on Hulu. In the past, FXP also produced series for Amazon Prime Video (One Mississippi), Epix (Perpetual Grace, LTD), Fox (The Cool Kids and the first season of Wayward Pines), and TBS (Miracle Workers), but the studio has since returned its sole focus to the FX channels.

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History

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FX Productions was formed in August 2007 to take stakes in FX programming. Eric Schrier was appointed senior vice president of the company and the post of senior vice president of original programming in charge of current series and alternative programming.[1]

In July 2014, Fox Networks Group and DNA Films formed DNA TV Limited joint venture. Fox Networks Group would have first global first rights with co-financing options to the joint venture's shows. DNA TV would be managed by DNA Films management with Eric Schrier, president of Original Programming for FX Networks and FX Productions handling Fox's joint venture interest.[2]

Paul Simms signed an overall television production deal with FXP in October 2017.[3]

In November 2019, it was announced that a number of new series originally ordered for FX produced by FX Productions before the Disney-Fox merger would be carried over to Hulu as part of the move of FX's streaming presence for most of the network's library not already under contract with another streaming provider. The series would remain under the purview of FX Productions, and be marketed under a new Hulu sub-brand, "FX on Hulu". It was planned by the end of 2021 that a third of Hulu's original series input would be produced by FX Productions.[4] More recently, Debra Moore Munoz has struck a deal with FX Productions.[5]

Filmography

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Television programs

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Title Genre First aired Last aired Number of seasons Network Co-production company(s) Notes
1990s
Breakfast Time Reality June 1, 1994 (1994-06-01) March 1, 1996 (1996-03-01) 2 FX
Backchat Variety show 4
Personal fX: The Collectibles Show Reality April 26, 1997 (1997-04-26) 3
The Pet Department 1998 (1998) 4
Sound fX Music/talk show August 27, 1995 (1995-08-27) 1
Under Scrutiny with Jane Wallace News program December 15, 1995 (1995-12-15) 2
Supercollectors Reality April 1, 1996 (1996-04-01) 1998 (1998)
Home fX: Fix-It April 29, 1996 (1996-04-29) May 1996 (1996-05) 1
Home fX: Garden Variety May 27, 1996 (1996-05-27) June 1996 (1996-06)
Home fX: Family Business July 8, 1996 (1996-07-08) 1996 (1996)
Home fX: fX MD August 12, 1996 (1996-08-12)
No Relation Game show
Baseball, Minnesota Reality August 25, 1996 (1996-08-25) 1997 (1997)
Bobcat's Big Ass Show Game show June 1, 1998 (1998-06-01) 1999 (1999) Stone Stanley Productions
Penn & Teller's Sin City Spectacular Variety show August 10, 1998 (1998-08-10) June 30, 1999 (1999-06-30) Buggs and Rudy Discount Corporation
Instant Comedy with The Groundlings Sketch comedy September 12, 1998 (1998-09-12) 1999 (1999)
Fast Food Films Sketch show March 6, 1999 (1999-03-06) September 28, 1999 (1999-09-28) Gold Coast Television Entertainment and Fox Television Studios
The X Show Magazine series May 31, 1999 (1999-05-31) April 2001 (2001-04) 2 Mindless Entertainment and Fox Television Studios
The Dick & Paula Celebrity Special Animated comedy July 20, 1999 (1999-07-20) August 24, 1999 (1999-08-24) 1 Tom Snyder Productions
2000s
Fox Movie Channel Hour of Stars Documentary March 2, 2002 (2002-03-02) June 5, 2004 (2004-06-05) 3 Fox Movie Channel
The Hitchhiker Chronicles Reality June 27, 2003 (2003-06-27) December 12, 2003 (2003-12-12) 1 FX
P.I. October 24, 2003 (2003-10-24) November 21, 2003 (2003-11-21)
30 Days June 15, 2005 (2005-06-15) July 8, 2008 (2008-07-08) 3 Actual Reality Pictures, Borderline TV, Reveille Productions, and Warrior Poets
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Sitcom August 4, 2005 (2005-08-04) Present 17 FX (Seasons 1–8)
FXX (Season 9-present) 		3 Arts Entertainment and RCG Productions Took over production from 20th Century Fox Television after first two seasons
Starved September 15, 2005 (2005-09-15) 1 FX Five Minutes Before the Miracle Productions and Carsey-Werner Productions Originally titled Recovering My Life
The Daily Habit Talk show October 3, 2005 (2005-10-03) 2011 (2011) 6 Fuel TV
Black. White. Reality March 8, 2006 (2006-03-08) April 12, 2006 (2006-04-12) 1 FX Actual Reality Pictures and Cube Vision Productions
Dirt Journalism drama January 2, 2007 (2007-01-02) April 13, 2008 (2008-04-13) 2 Coquette Productions, Matthew Carnahan Circus Products and ABC Studios
The Riches Drama March 12, 2007 (2007-03-12) April 29, 2008 (2008-04-29) Maverick Television and Fox Television Studios
Damages Legal drama July 24, 2007 (2007-07-24) September 12, 2012 (2012-09-12) 5 FX (Seasons 1–3)
Audience (Seasons 4–5) 		KZK Productions, Sony Pictures Television and Gotham Music Placement Production company for first 3 seasons only
Sons of Anarchy Gang drama September 3, 2008 (2008-09-03) December 9, 2014 (2014-12-09) 7 FX The Linson Company, Sutter Ink and Fox 21
Testees Sitcom October 9, 2008 (2008-10-09) January 1, 2009 (2009-01-01) 1 Blueprint Entertainment, Cinefornia Pictures, and Canwest Aired on Showcase in Canada
Archer Animated spy comedy September 17, 2009 (2009-09-17) December 17, 2023 (2023-12-17) 14 FX (Seasons 1–7)
FXX (Season 8–14) 		Floyd County Productions
The League Sitcom October 29, 2009 (2009-10-29) December 9, 2015 (2015-12-09) 7 FX (Seasons 1-4)
FXX (Seasons 5–7) 		Chicken Sticks
2010s
Justified Crime drama March 16, 2010 (2010-03-16) April 14, 2015 (2015-04-14) 6 FX Rooney McP Productions, Timberman/Beverly Productions, Nemo Films and Sony Pictures Television
Louie Sitcom June 29, 2010 (2010-06-29) May 28, 2015 (2015-05-28) 5 3 Arts Entertainment and Pig Newton, Inc.
Lights Out Drama January 11, 2011 (2011-01-11) April 5, 2011 (2011-04-05) 1 Warren Leight Productions, Fineman Entertainment and Fox Television Studios
Wilfred Sitcom June 23, 2011 (2011-06-23) August 13, 2014 (2014-08-13) 4 FX (Seasons 1-3)
FXX (Season 4) 		Zook, Inc., Prospect Park, Renegade Australia and SBS Australia Based on the Australian series of the same name
Unsupervised Animated sitcom January 19, 2012 (2012-01-19) December 20, 2012 (2012-12-20) 1 FX Floyd County Productions, RCG Productions and The Professional Writing Company
Brand X with Russell Brand Talk June 28, 2012 (2012-06-28) May 2, 2013 (2013-05-02) 2 Branded Films and Dakota Films
Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell Sketch August 9, 2012 (2012-08-09) November 17, 2013 (2013-11-17) FX (Season 1)
FXX (Season 2) 		CR Enterprises
Legit Sitcom January 17, 2013 (2013-01-17) May 14, 2014 (2014-05-14) Regular Guy Films and Nugget Productions
The Americans Spy drama January 30, 2013 (2013-01-30) May 30, 2018 (2018-05-30) 6 FX Nemo Films, DreamWorks Television (Season 1), Amblin Television (Seasons 2-6) and Fox 21 Television Studios
The Bridge Police drama July 10, 2013 (2013-07-10) October 1, 2014 (2014-10-01) 2 Shorewood, Inc., Elwood Reid, Inc., Filmlance and Shine America Based on the Danish series of the same name
Chozen Animated sitcom January 13, 2014 (2014-01-13) March 31, 2014 (2014-03-31) 1 Rough House Pictures and Floyd County Productions
Fargo Crime drama April 15, 2014 (2014-04-15) Present 5 26 Keys Productions, The Littlefield Company, Mike Zoss Productions (Seasons 1-2), Nomadic Pictures (Seasons 1-3) and MGM Television Inspired by the 1996 film of the same name
Tyrant Family drama June 24, 2014 (2014-06-24) September 7, 2016 (2016-09-07) 3 Teakwood Lane Productions, Keshet Broadcasting and Fox 21 Television Studios
The Strain Horror July 13, 2014 (2014-07-13) September 17, 2017 (2017-09-17) 4 Double Dare You and Carlton Cuse Productions Based on the novel of the same name
Married Sitcom July 17, 2014 (2014-07-17) October 1, 2015 (2015-10-01) 2 Principato-Young Entertainment and Night Eater Productions
You're the Worst April 3, 2019 (2019-04-03) 5 FX (Season 1)
FXX (Seasons 2–5) 		Hooptie Entertainment
Man Seeking Woman January 14, 2015 (2015-01-14) March 8, 2017 (2017-03-08) 3 FXX Broadway Video and Allagash Industries
The Comedians April 9, 2015 (2015-04-09) June 25, 2015 (2015-06-25) 1 FX Jennilind Productions, Larry Charles Projects, Tamaroa Productions, Flying Glass of Milk Productions, Fabrik Entertainment and Fox 21 Television Studios
Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll Sitcom July 16, 2015 (2015-07-16) September 1, 2016 (2016-09-01) 2 FX Apostle and Fox 21 Television Studios
The Bastard Executioner Period drama September 15, 2015 (2015-09-15) November 17, 2015 (2015-11-17) 1 Sutter Ink, Imagine Television and Fox 21 Television Studios
One Mississippi Sitcom November 5, 2015 (2015-11-05) September 8, 2017 (2017-09-08) 2 Amazon Prime Video Zero Dollars and Zero Sense Productions, Good Egg Productions, Inc., Pig Newton, Inc., 3 Arts Entertainment and Amazon Studios
Baskets January 21, 2016 (2016-01-21) August 22, 2019 (2019-08-22) 4 FX Billios, 3 Arts Entertainment (Seasons 1-2), Pig Newton, Inc. (Seasons 1-2) and Brillstein Entertainment Partners
American Crime Story Crime drama February 2, 2016 (2016-02-02) Present 3 Scott & Larry Productions, Color Force, Ryan Murphy Television and 20th Television
Atlanta Comedy-drama September 6, 2016 (2016-09-06) November 10, 2022 (2022-11-10) 4 RBA, 343 Incorporated and MGMT. Entertainment
Better Things Sitcom September 8, 2016 (2016-09-08) April 25, 2022 (2022-04-25) 5 Slam Book, Inc., 3 Arts Entertainment (Seasons 1-2) and Pig Newton, Inc. (Seasons 1-2)
Taboo Drama January 10, 2017 (2017-01-10) February 28, 2017 (2017-02-28) 1 Scott Free Productions, Hardy Son & Baker, Sonar Entertainment and BBC Aired on BBC One in the United Kingdom
Legion Superhero February 8, 2017 (2017-02-08) August 12, 2019 (2019-08-12) 3 26 Keys Productions, The Donners' Company, Bad Hat Harry Productions (Season 1), Kinberg Genre and Marvel Television
Snowfall Period drama July 5, 2017 (2017-07-05) April 19, 2023 (2023-04-19) 6 Shoe Money Productions, Dave & Ron Productions, New Deal Entertainment, Groundswell Productions and Underground Films
Trust Crime drama March 25, 2018 (2018-03-25) May 27, 2018 (2018-05-27) 1 Cloud Eight Films, Decibel Films and Snicket Films
Pose Period drama June 3, 2018 (2018-06-03) June 6, 2021 (2021-06-06) 3 Color Force, Brad Falchuk Teley-Vision, Ryan Murphy Television and 20th Television
Mayans M.C. Gang drama September 4, 2018 (2018-09-04) July 19, 2023 (2023-07-19) 5 Sutter Ink and 20th Television Follow-up to Sons of Anarchy
Mr Inbetween Comedy-drama September 25, 2018 (2018-09-25) July 13, 2021 (2021-07-13) 3 Create NSW, Screen Australia, Jungle Entertainment, Blue-Tongue Films and Pariah Productions Production company for seasons 2-3, Aired on Fox Showcase in Australia
The Cool Kids Sitcom September 28, 2018 (2018-09-28) May 10, 2019 (2019-05-10) 1 Fox RCG Productions, Enrico Pallazzo, Nest Egg Productions, 3 Arts Entertainment and 20th Century Fox Television
Miracle Workers February 12, 2019 (2019-02-12) August 28, 2023 (2023-08-28) 4 TBS Broadway Video, Allgash Industries (seasons 1–2), RIP Productions (season 3), Pink Moment Productions (season 3) and Studio T Second season subtitled "Dark Ages"; Third season subtitled "Oregon Trail"; Fourth season subtitled "End Times"
What We Do in the Shadows Supernatural comedy March 27, 2019 (2019-03-27) December 16, 2024 (2024-12-16) 6 FX Two Canoes Pictures (Seasons 1-2) and 343 Incorporated Based on the 2014 film of the same name
Fosse/Verdon Drama April 9, 2019 (2019-04-09) May 28, 2019 (2019-05-28) 1 West Egg Studios, 5000 Broadway Productions, Pyrrhic Victory Productions, Joel Fields Productions, Old 320 Sycamore and Fox 21 Television Studios Limited series
Perpetual Grace, LTD Neo-noir thriller June 2, 2019 (2019-06-02) August 4, 2019 (2019-08-04) Epix Escape Artists, Chi-Town Pictures, Elephant Pictures and MGM Television
Cake Anthology September 25, 2019 (2019-09-25) December 9, 2021 (2021-12-09) 5 FXX SLAQR
A Christmas Carol Drama December 19, 2019 (2019-12-19) December 24, 2019 (2019-12-24) 1 FX Scott Free Productions, Hardy Son & Baker and BBC Limited series; Aired on BBC One in the United Kingdom
2020s
Breeders Sitcom March 2, 2020 (2020-03-02) September 25, 2023 (2023-09-25) 4 FX Avalon Television and Sky Original Productions Aired on Sky One later Sky Comedy in the United Kingdom
Dave March 4, 2020 (2020-03-04) May 31, 2023 (2023-05-31) 3 FXX Dirty Burd, Matthew 6:33, SB Projects, Temple Hill Productions, Hart Beat Productions, Chicken Sticks
Devs Mystery March 5, 2020 (2020-03-05) April 16, 2020 (2020-04-16) 1 FX on Hulu DNA TV Limited series
Mrs. America Political drama April 15, 2020 (2020-04-15) May 27, 2020 (2020-05-27) Shiny Penny Productions, Dirty Films, Gowanus Projections and Federal Engineering
Dicktown Animated sitcom July 9, 2020 (2020-07-09) March 31, 2022 (2022-03-31) 2 FXX Floyd County Productions Spun off from Cake
A Wilderness of Error Documentary September 25, 2020 (2020-09-25) October 2, 2020 (2020-10-02) 1 FX Truth Media, Rachael Horovitz Productions, Universal Content Productions and Blumhouse Television Based on the book of the same name
A Teacher Drama November 10, 2020 (2020-11-10) December 29, 2020 (2020-12-29) FX on Hulu Aggregate Films and Hola Fidel Limited series; based on the 2013 film of the same name
Black Narcissus November 23, 2020 (2020-11-23) FX DNA TV Limited series; aired on BBC One in the United Kingdom; based on the novel of the same name
Hip Hop Uncovered Documentary February 12, 2021 (2021-02-12) February 26, 2021 (2021-02-26) Lightbox Entertainment, Five All in the Fifth and The 51
Hysterical April 2, 2021 (2021-04-02) Campfire and Milestone TV movie
Pride May 14, 2021 (2021-05-14) May 21, 2021 (2021-05-21) Vice Studios and Killer Films
Reservation Dogs Comedy-drama August 9, 2021 (2021-08-09) September 27, 2023 (2023-09-27) 3 FX on Hulu Piki Films and Film Rites
Y: The Last Man Science fiction September 13, 2021 (2021-09-13) November 1, 2021 (2021-11-01) 1 Future Investigations, Color Force and Witch's Mark Productions Based on the DC graphic novel series of the same name; removed from Hulu on May 26, 2023
The Premise Anthology September 16, 2021 (2021-09-16) October 7, 2021 (2021-10-07) Novak and Le Grisbi Productions Removed from Hulu on May 26, 2023
Under the Banner of Heaven Crime drama April 28, 2022 (2022-04-28) June 2, 2022 (2022-06-02) Hungry Jackal Productions, Aggregate Films and Imagine Television Limited series; based on the book of the same name
Pistol Musical drama May 31, 2022 (2022-05-31) Decibel Films, Sir Weighty Tomes, Crescent Moon Media, Jonesy's Jukebox and wiip Limited series; removed from Hulu on May 26, 2023
The Bear[6] Comedy-drama June 23, 2022 (2022-06-23) Present 4
Welcome to Wrexham Docuseries August 24, 2022 (2022-08-24) 3 FX Boardwalk Pictures, 3 Arts Entertainment, Maximum Effort, RCG Productions and DN2 Productions
Little Demon Animated horror-comedy August 25, 2022 (2022-08-25) October 20, 2022 (2022-10-20) 1 FXX Harmonious Claptrap, Jersey 2nd Ave, Evil Hag Productions and ShadowMachine
The Patient Thriller August 30, 2022 (2022-08-30) October 18, 2022 (2022-10-18) FX on Hulu Joel Fields Productions and Film Flam Limited series
Kindred Science fiction-drama December 13, 2022 (2022-12-13) The JS and Protozoa Pictures
Class of '09[7] Drama thriller May 10, 2023 (2023-05-10) June 21, 2023 (2023-06-21) Color Force
The Full Monty[8] Comedy-drama June 14, 2023 (2023-06-14) Disney+ (UK)
FX on Hulu (US) 		Searchlight Television, New Wave Films and Little Island Productions Limited series; follow-up to 1997 film of the same name
Justified: City Primeval[9] Crime drama July 18, 2023 (2023-07-18) August 29, 2023 (2023-08-29) FX Sony Pictures Television Studios, MGM Television, Rooney McP Productions, Nemo Films, Timberman/Beverly Productions and Dave & Ron Productions Limited series; follow-up to Justified
A Murder at the End of the World[10] Drama thriller November 14, 2023 (2023-11-14) December 19, 2023 (2023-12-19) FX on Hulu Mysterium Valley Limited series
Shōgun Period drama February 27, 2024 (2024-02-27) Present Gate 34 Productions and Michael De Luca Productions
The Veil[11] Thriller April 30, 2024 (2024-04-30) May 28, 2024 (2024-05-28) PatMa Productions and Live & Squalor Pictures Limited series
Clipped[12] Sports drama June 4, 2024 (2024-06-04) July 2, 2024 (2024-07-02) Color Force and Indistinct Chatter
English Teacher Comedy-drama September 2, 2024 (2024-09-02) Present 2 FX Brian Jordan Alvarez Productions and 343 Incorporated
Say Nothing Historical Drama November 14, 2024 (2024-11-14) 1 FX on Hulu Color Force Limited series
Adults Comedy May 28, 2025 (2025-05-28) Present FX Cosmic Kid and Good at Bizness Inc.
Alien: Earth Science fiction horror August 12, 2025 (2025-08-12) FX/FX on Hulu 26 Key Productions and Scott Free Productions Based on Alien
The Lowdown Drama September 23, 2025 (2025-09-23) FX Crazy Eagle Media and Dive


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FX Productions

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FX Productions, LLC (doing business as FXP) is an American television that operates as the in-house studio for , producing original scripted and unscripted series for cable channels and , as well as the on streaming service. Established on August 7, 2007, by (then part of ), the company was created to give the network greater control over its programming by co-financing up to 50% of production costs and securing ownership stakes in shows, rather than relying solely on license fees. This shift allowed FX to retain profits from international distribution, , and digital rights, with initial ownership in series like . Following The Walt Disney Company's $71.3 billion acquisition of Fox's entertainment assets in March 2019, FX Productions became part of Disney General Entertainment, integrating into a broader ecosystem that includes and for global distribution. Under Chairman , who oversees FX Content and FX Productions, the company has focused on premium, creator-driven content. FX Productions is renowned for its critically acclaimed output, including anthology series like Fargo and , comedies such as The Bear and , and limited series like , which earned 18 in 2024. The studio's productions have collectively secured a record 36 Emmy wins at the 76th Annual , highlighting its emphasis on high-quality storytelling and talent development within Disney's streaming portfolio.

Company Background

Founding and Purpose

FX Productions (FXP) was established on August 7, 2007, as the in-house production division of , a subsidiary of at the time. The formation was spearheaded by , then president and general manager of FX Networks, who sought to enhance the network's control over its content pipeline. This move allowed FX to invest directly in original programming, aiming to capture greater equity stakes and rights while minimizing dependence on third-party studios. The primary purpose of FX Productions was to produce and co-produce scripted series tailored to FX's brand of bold, adult-oriented , emphasizing innovative dramas and comedies. Landgraf emphasized the strategic intent: "We want to increase ownership of our programming and participate more in the upside of a show's success." By taking partial or full production stakes in existing and upcoming projects, FXP enabled FX to retain more financial and creative benefits from hits, aligning closely with the network's longstanding "TV Made Fresh Daily" ethos of delivering fresh, boundary-pushing content. From its inception, FX Productions focused on high-profile series that exemplified FX's mature programming slate. These early investments underscored FXP's role in bolstering FX's reputation for gritty, character-driven narratives aimed at adult audiences. Over time, the company has evolved through corporate changes, including its integration into after the 2019 acquisition of assets.

Ownership and Corporate Structure

FX Productions was established in August 2007 as a division of under , aimed at securing greater stakes and control over the network's . In June 2013, following 's restructuring, the company spun off its entertainment and media assets into , transferring ownership of FX Productions and its parent to the new entity. This separation allowed to focus on film, television, and cable operations, including the continued development of FX's content slate. The pivotal shift occurred in March 2019 when completed its $71.3 billion acquisition of Fox's entertainment assets, incorporating FX Productions into Disney's portfolio. As part of the deal, —encompassing FX Productions—joined Disney General Entertainment Content, a unit under . Today, FX Productions, LLC (doing business as FXP) functions as the in-house production arm of , producing content for the , , and FX on brands within Disney's broader ecosystem. While integrated for operational synergies, it preserves significant creative autonomy to uphold the FX brand's distinctive, edgier tone, separate from family-oriented outlets like ABC. The acquisition has enhanced FX Productions' capabilities by providing access to Disney's global distribution networks and resources, enabling wider international reach for its series without diluting its mature, provocative programming identity. This structure supports FXP's role in developing premium scripted content while leveraging Disney's infrastructure for streaming and expansion.

Historical Development

Inception and Early Productions (2007–2012)

FX Productions was established on August 7, 2007, as an in-house unit of under ownership, aimed at securing greater equity stakes in programming to enhance control over production and capture revenues from ancillary markets like international distribution, , and digital platforms, thereby reducing dependence on external studio fees. This move addressed budget constraints in the cable landscape by allowing FX to co-invest up to 50% in select shows, starting with ownership stakes in established series such as (2007–2008), produced by ABC Studios and , and (seasons 6–7, 2007–2008), produced by Television Studios. These initial projects served as entry points, leveraging ongoing hits to build the company's production infrastructure amid mid-tier cable ratings expectations. Key early developments included the appointment of Eric Schrier as Senior of FX Productions in 2007, a role that expanded in 2008 to include executive responsibilities for series development, guiding the shift toward original . Under this leadership, the company developed pilots like Terriers (2010), a crime comedy-drama, and Lights Out (2011), a drama co-produced with Television Studios, emphasizing innovative for FX's adult-skewing . However, challenges persisted, including tight budgets inherited from News Corp's cable operations and a focus on achieving sustainable viewership in a competitive market; both Dirt and Terriers faced high cancellation rates due to underwhelming ratings, with Dirt's second season shortened by the 2007–2008 writers' strike and Terriers axed after one season despite critical praise. Milestones during this period came with the 2010 launches of Justified (2010–2015) and Louie (2010–2015), key early successes under FX Productions, including Justified, co-produced with Sony Pictures Television, and Louie, produced with Pig Newton and 3 Arts Entertainment, which solidified pipelines for drama and comedy while establishing the unit's reputation for high-impact original content. Justified, developed by Graham Yost and based on Elmore Leonard's work, averaged strong cable performance and critical acclaim, while Louie, created and starring Louis C.K., innovated the comedy format with its semi-autobiographical, anthology-style episodes, helping FX Productions transition from co-production stakes to leading original development.

Expansion and Peak Originals (2013–2018)

During 2013–2018, FX Productions underwent substantial growth as part of ' push into prestige television, leveraging increased financial support from parent company to elevate production values and expand its slate of . This era built on the groundwork from earlier hits like , enabling FX to invest in ambitious, character-driven series that blended serialized storytelling with innovative formats. Under CEO , who in 2013 outlined a forward-looking strategy emphasizing original content to navigate the rise of streaming and cable competition, the company positioned itself as a key player in the "Peak TV" landscape he coined in 2015. Key launches defined this expansion, including the spy thriller , which premiered in January 2013 and aired for six seasons until 2018, fully produced by FX Productions in collaboration with Fox Television Studios and . The series explored the lives of Soviet spies posing as an American couple during the , earning praise for its tense plotting and performances. , the biker drama that began in 2008 and concluded in 2014 after seven seasons, produced by FX Productions, becoming FX's highest-rated scripted series at the time with peak viewership exceeding 5 million. The anthology horror series , launched in 2011, saw significant expansion during this period, releasing new self-contained seasons annually—such as Asylum (2012–2013), Coven (2013–2014), Freak Show (2014–2015), Hotel (2015–2016), Roanoke (2016–2017), and Cult (2017–2018)—each introducing fresh casts and themes while maintaining Ryan Murphy's signature blend of terror and social commentary under FX Productions. In 2014, Fargo debuted as an anthology crime drama inspired by the ' film, produced by FX Productions with MGM Television, and quickly became a critical darling for its Midwestern noir style, with its first season running through 2015. , a surreal comedy-drama created by and starring , premiered in 2016 and ran through 2022, marking FX Productions' entry into culturally resonant, music-infused narratives about Black life in the hip-hop scene. These series exemplified FX's shift toward diverse, high-concept originals, with the network averaging around 10 new or ongoing scripted projects annually by the mid-2010s as part of Landgraf's strategy to flood the market with quality amid industry-wide proliferation. International co-productions further broadened FX Productions' reach, notably in 2017, a dark period drama co-developed with the and produced by FX Productions, Scott Free , and Hardy Son & Baker, starring as a vengeful adventurer in 1814 . This eight-episode collaboration highlighted FX's growing global ambitions, airing first in the UK before the US. Milestones underscored the era's success: Fargo's first season won the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding in 2014, along with awards for directing and casting, signaling FX's arrival as a force in limited-series prestige TV. The Americans secured its first Emmy in 2015 when won for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Series for her role as handler Claudia, contributing to the show's growing acclaim and helping establish FX Productions as a rival to in producing sophisticated, awards-caliber cable dramas. By 2018, FX's output had solidified its reputation for edgier, auteur-driven content that often outperformed traditional broadcast in critical impact. Despite these triumphs, challenges persisted in sustaining a balanced portfolio. Comedies like , which debuted in 2014 and ran through 2019 under FX Productions, navigated high cancellation risks due to modest ratings—often hovering below 500,000 viewers—compared to drama juggernauts, requiring multiple renewals based on critical buzz rather than sheer numbers before concluding with a planned fifth season. Balancing serialized dramas such as with anthology formats like Fargo and demanded strategic scheduling to avoid audience fragmentation, as FX juggled renewal decisions in a crowded "Peak TV" environment where basic cable scripted output peaked at 186 series in 2015 before declining. Landgraf's approach emphasized quality over quantity, but the era's expansion tested FX's ability to maintain creative peaks amid rising costs and competition.

Disney Integration and Recent Evolution (2019–Present)

Following the completion of The Walt Disney Company's $71.3 billion acquisition of assets in March 2019, FX Productions underwent significant structural integration into 's portfolio, with its operations realigned under . This shift enabled FX to leverage 's broader distribution ecosystem, particularly through streaming platforms, while maintaining its independent creative identity under chairman . A key outcome was the launch of the FX on hub in March 2020, which consolidated FX's current and legacy series—such as and Fargo—into a dedicated streaming section on , attracting over 1 million new subscribers in its first week and expanding access to FX's mature-oriented content beyond traditional cable. By 2021, unified FX branding across linear and streaming platforms globally, phasing out the "FX on " label in favor of a seamless "FX" designation to enhance discoverability on and international services like in select markets. In the years since, FX has marked several milestones that underscore its evolution within Disney, emphasizing high-profile original programming tailored for streaming audiences. The comedy series The Bear, which premiered on in June 2022, became a breakout hit, earning critical acclaim for its intense portrayal of restaurant life and securing 23 Emmy nominations in 2024, including a record for the most nods for a series. Similarly, the Shōgun, launched in February 2024, achieved an Emmy sweep with 18 wins, including Outstanding Drama Series, marking FX's strongest performance at the awards and highlighting its capacity for global, prestige productions. Other notable releases include the What We Do in the Shadows, which concluded its six-season run in December 2024 after transitioning fully to post-2019, and the limited series Say Nothing, which debuted on in 2024 to strong reviews for its exploration of in . Looking ahead, FX's 2025 slate features ambitious projects like the sci-fi thriller Alien: Earth, which premiered on August 12, 2025; the Adults; and a Snowfall spinoff ordered to series in 2025, focusing on characters Wanda and Leon in 1990s . In 2025, Alien: Earth was renewed for a second season. This period has seen FX pivot toward limited series and to capitalize on global appeal and cost efficiencies, often in co-production with and Disney+, allowing for shorter seasons that align with streaming binge models and international distribution. For instance, Shōgun was developed as a 10-episode limited series with and FX, drawing on Disney's resources for expansive production while targeting mature international viewers. Post the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, which delayed numerous projects and contributed to a 14% decline in adult scripted series industry-wide, FX refocused on prestige to rebuild momentum, prioritizing quality over volume amid a contracting TV landscape. Despite these advancements, has navigated challenges in aligning its edgy, adult-themed content with 's predominantly family-friendly brand image, relying on as a segregated platform to house R-rated series without diluting offerings. Landgraf has emphasized that this separation preserves FX's creative autonomy, but integration has required careful navigation of corporate synergies, including executive restructuring and content strategy shifts to balance mature storytelling with Disney's streaming subscriber goals. As of 2025, this approach has proven effective, with FX driving significant adult viewership on Hulu and positioning the unit as a key differentiator in Disney's portfolio.

Productions and Filmography

Scripted Television Series

FX Productions has produced a range of multi-season scripted television series known for their mature, character-driven narratives that explore complex interpersonal dynamics, moral ambiguities, and societal tensions. These series often feature adult-oriented themes, including , identity, and cultural undercurrents, with FX Productions overseeing the full production cycle from script development and filming to and distribution across and streaming platforms like . Among ongoing series, The Bear (2022–present) is a dramedy centered on a talented chef returning to to transform his family's sandwich shop amid personal grief and high-stakes kitchen pressures, spanning four seasons and 38 episodes as of 2025. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005–present), a co-production with FX Productions since 2013, follows a dysfunctional group of friends running a bar in an ensemble format, now in its seventeenth season with 172 episodes, renewed multiple times for its irreverent humor and escalating . Archer (2009–2023), an animated spy co-produced by FX Productions from 2017 onward, satirizes tropes through the misadventures of a self-absorbed secret agent and his dysfunctional agency, concluding after 14 seasons and 145 episodes. Notable concluded series include (2008–2014), a biker depicting the internal conflicts and criminal enterprises of an in a fictional town, running for seven seasons and 92 episodes with themes of loyalty and family legacy. Justified (2010–2015), a neo-Western crime series following a quick-draw U.S. Marshal enforcing justice in rural , comprised six seasons and 78 episodes emphasizing moral gray areas and regional folklore. (2013–2018), a Cold War-era spy thriller about Soviet operatives posing as a suburban American couple, featured six seasons and 75 episodes delving into , deception, and ideological clashes. (2016–2022), a surreal tracking a music manager navigating Atlanta's hip-hop scene and racial dynamics, spanned four seasons and 41 episodes with innovative, episodic storytelling. Finally, Pose (2018–2021), a illuminating New York City's 1980s–1990s culture among LGBTQ+ communities of color amid the AIDS crisis, consisted of three seasons and 26 episodes, highlighting resilience and chosen family. These productions distinguish themselves through FX Productions' integrated approach, fostering long-term series renewals based on critical acclaim and audience engagement while avoiding structures reserved for limited formats.

Miniseries and Limited Series

FX Productions has distinguished itself in the realm of and limited series through its commitment to formats and self-contained narratives that emphasize event-style storytelling, often drawing on high-concept genres like horror, , and . These projects typically span 6 to 10 episodes, allowing for immersive, finite explorations of complex themes without the ongoing of traditional series. Among its most prominent anthologies is , an annual horror series created by Ryan Murphy and that premiered in 2011 and has aired 12 seasons by 2025, each featuring a unique theme such as haunted houses, asylums, or apocalyptic cults. The series was renewed for a thirteenth season, announced on October 31, 2025. It has garnered critical acclaim for its innovative storytelling and has won multiple , including for Outstanding Miniseries in its debut season. Similarly, , launched in 2016 under the creative oversight of Ryan Murphy, examines real-life criminal cases across its three seasons, including The People v. (2016), The Assassination of (2018), and Impeachment: American Crime Story (2021). This true-crime anthology has earned widespread recognition, securing 10 Primetime Emmy wins for its first season alone, highlighting FX's emphasis on high-profile talent to reexamine pivotal American events. Fargo, an crime drama inspired by the ' 1996 film, debuted in 2014 and comprises five seasons by 2024, with creator crafting standalone tales of Midwestern crime and moral ambiguity—such as a gone wrong in Season 1 or a 1950s gang war in Season 2. The series, tying briefly to Hawley's broader oeuvre, has received 42 Emmy nominations and multiple wins, underscoring its impact on prestige television. In addition to anthologies, FX has produced standout limited series like Devs (2020), a sci-fi mystery exploring and technology, created and directed by across eight episodes; Under the Banner of Heaven (2022), a true-crime drama based on Jon Krakauer's book about a Mormon murder investigation, written by ; and The Patient (2022), a about a therapist held captive by a , developed by Joel Fields and in 10 episodes. FX Productions has also produced Shōgun (2024–present), a multi-season epic adaptation of James Clavell's novel set in feudal , directed by and featuring and , which achieved historic success with 18 Primetime Emmy wins in 2024, including Outstanding Drama Series; the series was renewed for Seasons 2 and 3 in 2024, with production on Season 2 beginning in January 2026. These productions often spotlight A-list collaborators and auteur-driven visions, as seen in Ryan Murphy's involvement with , which blends rigorous historical research with dramatic flair to attract top talent like and . The format's appeal lies in its ability to deliver prestige content with Emmy-caliber production values, exemplified by Shōgun's record-breaking awards haul that elevated FX's global profile. Following Disney's acquisition of in 2019, FX Productions shifted toward greater exclusivity for its limited series, premiering originals like and subsequent projects directly on the platform to capitalize on streaming audiences and foster prestige runs unencumbered by traditional broadcast schedules. This evolution has enabled more ambitious, event-driven narratives, with series like Shōgun streaming exclusively on while maintaining FX branding, enhancing accessibility and critical buzz in the post-network era.

Co-Productions and Other Projects

FX Productions has engaged in several notable co-productions with international broadcasters and studios, expanding its reach beyond traditional FX network programming. One prominent example is the 2017 period drama , a collaboration with , where FX Productions partnered with Scott Free and Hardy Son & Baker to produce the series starring as adventurer James Keziah Delaney. The show premiered simultaneously on FX in the U.S. and in the U.K., blending historical intrigue with themes of conspiracy and betrayal set in 1814 . Another key partnership involved for the psychological thriller Legion, which aired from 2017 to 2019 and explored the life of David Haller, a grappling with schizophrenia-like powers based on the character. Produced in association with FX Productions, the series was created by and ran for three seasons, earning acclaim for its innovative storytelling and visual effects. FX Productions also collaborated with on the dark comedy One Mississippi (2015–2017), originally developed for FX but distributed by Amazon Studios. Starring as a semi-autobiographical version of herself navigating family loss and personal challenges in her hometown, the series was produced under FX Productions and Diablo Entertainment, marking an early foray into external platform deals. In external network ventures, FX Productions co-produced the 2019 noir drama for Epix (now MGM+), in partnership with MGM Television. Created by and Bruce Terris, the 10-episode series followed a young grifter's scheme against a cunning pastor, portrayed by and , and featured distinctive black-and-white flashbacks achieved through innovative production techniques. The company has ventured into unscripted content through co-productions like the sports docuseries (2022–present), a collaboration with featuring actors and as they revitalize the Welsh football club . Produced by More Better Productions, , and others under FX oversight, the series has chronicled the club's promotions through English football leagues, blending behind-the-scenes access with community impact stories across multiple seasons. International co-productions include the epic historical drama Shōgun (2024–present), a U.S.-Japan collaboration adapted from James Clavell's novel, involving alongside and Japanese production partners. The series, co-created by and , depicts feudal through the eyes of English pilot , earning widespread praise for its cultural authenticity and production scale; it was renewed for Seasons 2 and 3 in 2024, with Season 2 production set to begin in January 2026. Among other projects, FX Productions has developed pilots and specials, such as the untitled Snowfall spinoff ordered to series in 2025, focusing on characters Leon (Isaiah John) and Wanda (Gail Bean) in 1990s Los Angeles, slated to premiere in 2026. Produced by Malcolm Spellman and the original Snowfall team, this extension builds on the crime drama's legacy of exploring the crack cocaine epidemic.

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