Hulu has officially renewed the comedy series Glen Powell Chad Powers for a second season, confirming that Glen Powell will reprise his role as the title character. The announcement arrives just weeks after the show wrapped its debut season in late October, bringing a new wave of excitement to fans eager for more from Powell and his team.
Series Inspiration and Background
Glen Powell Chad Powers was inspired by a memorable segment from Eli Manning’s Eli’s Places on ESPN and Omaha Productions, where Manning, a renowned quarterback, donned prosthetics for a walk-on football tryout at Penn State. Premiering on September 30, the series quickly gained traction for its inventive blend of sports humor and drama.
The Storyline So Far
In the first season, viewers watched as Powell portrayed Russ Holliday, a once-promising college quarterback whose career was derailed by a life-altering mistake. Eight years later, Holliday attempts to revive his football dreams by adopting a new persona: Chad Powers, a charismatic and eccentric player who tries out for the beleaguered South Georgia Catfish. The show highlighted not only Holliday’s personal redemption but also the underdog spirit of his new team.
An Ensemble Cast Brings Comedy to Life
Alongside Glen Powell, the cast features 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. Each cast member adds depth and character to the series, contributing to its lively and upbeat tone.
Production and Creative Team
The creative process behind Glen Powell Chad Powers has been a collaborative effort. Powell co-created the series with Michael Waldron, while production duties were handled by 20th Television. Season one saw an experienced team of executive producers, including Powell, Waldron, Eli Manning, Peyton Manning, Jamie Horowitz, Ben Brown, Burke Magnus, Brian Lockhart, Kati Fernandez, Adam Fasullo, Luvh Rakhe, and Tony Yacenda, all coming together to bring the project to life. Their commitment has fueled anticipation for the upcoming season.
The Drive for More Episodes
Both Powell and Waldron have expressed enthusiasm about continuing the show. Michael Waldron’s outlook was clear when he stated,
“If folks dig it, we’ll make more.”
— Waldron, TheWrap. Glen Powell echoed these positive feelings, offering candid remarks such as,
“I’ve never had such a good time making anything,”
and,
“When you get to collaborate with one of your best pals and make something that you love so much and that brings such joy to people … I just really feel so proud that we’ve done this first season and when you feel that way, you always make time. And so obviously it’s a bit of a wild moment, but I have a lot of energy and especially a lot of energy to do something that gives me a lot of joy with people I love.”
— Powell, Star/Co-Creator.
Streaming Information and Looking Ahead
The first season of Chad Powers is currently available for streaming on Hulu, as well as on Hulu within Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the US and on Disney+ internationally. With the forthcoming second season, fans can anticipate new developments for characters like Russ Holliday/Chad Powers and the South Georgia Catfish, while the dynamic ensemble led by Glen Powell looks set to deliver more upbeat, energetic comedy in the seasons ahead.
The renewal of Glen Powell Chad Powers reflects both the show’s warm reception and the creators’ passion, promising another chapter filled with humor, heart, and an ever-optimistic spirit.
