Following his success in popular movies such as Top Gun: Maverick, Anyone but You, and Twisters, Glen Powell is now turning his attention to television with the comedy series Chad Powers. This Hulu original, consisting of six episodes, centers on Russ Holliday, a confident former college football player portrayed by Powell. Russ jeopardizes his promising career with a major error. To chase his dreams, the resourceful athlete comes up with a plan: he disguises himself as the character Chad Powers hoping for another opportunity.
Inspired by the funny persona Eli Manning created for ESPN’s Eli’s Places, this comedy series will show Powell using a wig and makeup to become Chad Powers – a friendly, down-to-earth character who is very different from his snobby character, Holliday. After a lot of excitement and waiting from fans, the show is set to finally debut on September 30, 2025. The series will also include appearances from other well-known actors like Steve Zahn, Toby Huss, and Clayne Crawford. Let’s take a look at what we can expect from the first season of Chad Powers and its episode schedule.
How Many Episodes Are in ‘Chad Powers’?
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The initial season of Chad Powers will have six episodes and will begin streaming on Hulu on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. The first two episodes will be released together on that date, and then one new episode will be available each week. The final, sixth episode will come out four weeks later, on October 28, 2025, completing the first part of this original series starring Glen Powell.
| Episode | Title | Release Date |
| 1 | “1st Quarter” | September 30, 2025 |
| 2 | “2nd Quarter” | September 30, 2025 |
| 3 | “3rd Quarter” | October 7, 2025 |
| 4 | “4th Quarter” | October 14, 2025 |
| 5 | “5th Quarter” | October 21, 2025 |
| 6 | “6th Quarter” | October 28, 2025 |
Chad Powers Season 1 will be streaming on Hulu in the US. People in many other countries can watch the comedy on Disney+. Fans eager to follow the story will see how the main character’s unusual second identity develops each week. The first episode, titled “1st Quarter,” was specifically written by the show’s star and co-creator, Glen Powell, and Michael Waldron.
What Is Glen Powell’s ‘Chad Powers’ About?
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The sports comedy series Chad Powers is inspired by the persona of retired NFL quarterback Eli Manning, which he developed for his ESPN show Eli’s Places. In that project, the two-time Super Bowl winner went undercover and tried out for the Penn State University football team as a walk-on. The series stars Glen Powell as the charming lead, playing a character based on Manning. The Hulu original follows Russ Holliday, a once-prominent college quarterback whose life fell apart after a significant error ended his football career.
Eight years after a major mistake ended his football career, Russ comes up with a clever plan to get back in the game. He decides to disguise himself as the talented and friendly Chad Powers. In the trailer for the comedy series, Russ explains his scheme: “I am gonna do a Mrs. Doubtfire, but with football.“. He uses a wig and makeup to change his appearance and attempts to join the struggling South Georgia Catfish team, hoping to reignite his aspirations. Powell shared with ABC News about the show:
We built on that initial idea and really focused on the prosthetics – we’ve updated them, made improvements, and created a new model with a new Chad. We’re putting on quite a show! What sets this show apart is that we aimed for something both funny and emotionally touching, while still ensuring the football aspect was authentic and believable.
Who Stars in ‘Chad Powers’?
A Great Cast Joins Glen Powell in the Hulu Show
Glen Powell stars in this new sports comedy, a project he helped develop and also served as executive producer on, alongside Michael Waldron. Waldron is a well-known television writer, having worked on shows like Rick and Morty and Heels. He also created the popular Marvel series Loki and wrote the screenplay for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Powell’s career has taken off recently, with memorable roles in films such as Top Gun: Maverick, Anyone but You, Twisters, and Hit Man, for which he received a Golden Globe nomination.
Alongside Powell in the Hulu series is seasoned actor Steve Zahn, who plays Jake Hudson, a relaxed teacher who loves football and acts as a key mentor to the South Georgia Catfish. Zahn is known for his roles in many films, including Reality Bites, Riding in Cars with Boys, A Perfect Getaway, and Captain Fantastic, and has also appeared in well-known TV series like Treme, Modern Family, and The White Lotus. Toby Huss (Halt and Catch Fire) portrays Russ’s father, Mike Holliday, and the cast also features Perry Mattfield, Wynn Everett, Frankie A. Rodriguez, and Clayne Crawford. Chad Powers will be available to stream on Hulu starting September 30.
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