HBO unveiled the trailer for Steve Carell’s upcoming comedy series, Rooster, on Thursday, February 5. The series stars the 63-year-old Golden Globe-winning actor in a story set on a college campus, focusing on the complex relationship between an author and his daughter.
Plot and Cast Details Unveiled
Rooster follows Greg, played by Carell, as he supports his daughter through her separation from a cheating husband involved with a graduate student. The cast also features Charly Clive as Greg’s daughter, alongside Phil Dunster, Lauren Tsai, Danielle Deadwyler, and John C. McGinley. The show includes recurring appearances from guest stars such as Connie Britton, Alan Ruck, Robby Hoffman, and Annie Mumolo.
Character Transformation and Storyline Hints
As the trailer suggests, Greg finds himself needing an escape from his personal issues, which grows stronger when college undergraduates nickname him “Rooster,” after the character in his novels. Embracing this persona, Greg embarks on a unique journey blending his real life with the fictional world of his books.
Premiere Date and Viewing Options
Rooster is scheduled to premiere on HBO on Sunday, March 8, airing at 10 p.m. ET. Episodes will be released weekly through May 10 and will also be available for streaming on HBO Max, offering viewers multiple ways to follow the series.
