Rooster 2026
“He's here to learn.”
- Status
- Returning Series
- First Aired
- March 8, 2026
- Last Aired
- May 10, 2026
- Format
- 1 season · 10 eps
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E2 "Trousers" (★ 7.6/10)
- Created By
- Bill Lawrence, Matt Tarses
- Network
- HBO
- Where to Stream
- HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max
What is Rooster?
Rooster is a comedy-drama television series that premiered in 2026. The show was created by Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses and stars Steve Carell as the lead.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2026
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 10
- First aired
- Mar 8, 2026
- Last aired
- May 10, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- HBO
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.4/10 from 95 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 10 episodes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Network
- HBO
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Overview
Rooster is a comedy-drama television series that premiered in 2026. The show was created by Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses and stars Steve Carell as the lead. It premiered on HBO on March 8, 2026, and was also distributed by HBO Max. The series received positive reviews for its blend of humor and emotional depth. The plot centers on a famous writer who navigates a complicated relationship with his daughter while spending time on a college campus. The show explores themes of family dynamics, personal growth, and reconciliation through its characters' interactions. As a light comedy-drama, it combines humorous moments with sincere storytelling to engage its audience.
Should you watch it?
“A college professor attempts to mend his fractured relationship with his daughter on campus.”
- focused character study
- realistic family dynamics
- slow narrative progression
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas about complicated family bonds.
The series explores mature emotional themes suitable for adult audiences.
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Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Release the Brown Fat Mytharc Mar 8, 2026
- E2 Trousers Core Mar 15, 2026
- E3 White Whale Core Mar 22, 2026
- E4 Angry, Like an Angry Person Core Mar 29, 2026
- E5 Mr. Razzles Core Apr 5, 2026
- E6 Cop Hawk Core Apr 12, 2026
- E7 All the Dogs' Names Core Apr 19, 2026
- E8 Nobody Spook It Core Apr 26, 2026
- E9 Ludlow's Fourth Hottest Professor Mytharc May 3, 2026
- E10 Songs for Raisa Mytharc May 10, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the setting of the series?
The story takes place on a college campus.
Who is the main character?
The protagonist is an author who works at the college.
What is the central conflict?
The series centers on the complicated relationship between the author and his daughter.
When was the series released?
The series was released in 2026.
What is the genre of Rooster?
Rooster is a drama series.
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