Hulu has released a trailer for its upcoming sports comedy series Chad Powers, starring Glen Powell, known for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Twisters. The trailer debuted on Saturday morning during ESPN’s College GameDay, introducing audiences to Powell’s character and the show’s humorous premise. This Glen Powell Hulu Sports Comedy promises to blend wit and heart in a fresh take on college football culture.
Plot Centers on a Football Player’s Return After a Career-Altering Mistake
In Chad Powers, Powell portrays Russ Holliday, a former Oregon football star whose career fell apart after a costly error eight years earlier. During a pivotal game, Holliday celebrated prematurely by dropping the ball just before crossing the goal line, allowing the opposing team, Georgia, to recover it and win the game. Years later, Holliday seizes the chance to relive his potential by trying out for a team in South Georgia, posing undercover as the dubious college football player Chad Powers. This unlikely comeback sets the stage for the series’ comedic and dramatic moments.
Ensemble Cast Brings the College Football World to Life
The series features Glen Powell playing dual roles as Russ Holliday and Chad Powers. The supporting cast includes Perry Mattfeld as Ricky, Quentin Plair as Coach Byrd, Wynn Everett as Tricia Yeager, Frankie A. Rodriguez as Danny, and Steve Zahn as Coach Jake Hudson. Their performances contribute to the series’ authentic and lighthearted depiction of football and its surrounding characters.
Creative Team and Production Lineup Behind the Series
Chad Powers is co-created and executive produced by Glen Powell and Michael Waldron. The show also benefits from the executive producing efforts of Eli Manning, along with Omaha Productions’ Peyton Manning, Jamie Horowitz, Ben Brown, and ESPN producers Burke Magnus, Brian Lockhart, and Kati Fernandez. Additional executive producers include Adam Fasullo and Luvh Rakhe from Anomaly Pictures, with Tony Yacenda directing and producing. Notably, Powell also contributes as a co-writer and executive producer through his production company Barnstorm Productions.
Premiere Date and Episode Schedule
The series is set to premiere on Hulu on September 30th, launching with two episodes. Following the premiere, new episodes will be released weekly on Tuesdays, allowing viewers to follow the story at a steady pace. With its mix of humor and heartfelt moments, Chad Powers is positioned to engage audiences looking for a fresh sports comedy experience.
