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Set on a college campus centering on an author's complicated relationship with his daughter.
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Rooster — Season 1

Rooster — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Rooster nestles in with humor and heart thanks to Steve Carell's soothing performance and Danielle Deadwyler's exuberant support, leading Bill Lawrence's kind-spirited, good-time new series to lovely heights.

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James Jackson The Times (UK) Mar 12
4/5
It’s the kind of show that doesn’t knock your socks off​, but its amiable wit is more than welcome. Go to Full Review Kelly Lawler USA Today Mar 12
3/4
Rooster might as well be a big teddy bear you got at a carnival. Somewhat artificial, but still soft, comforting and there for you. And sometimes that's all you need your TV show to be. Go to Full Review Randy Myers San Jose Mercury News Mar 11
3.5/4
Carrel and company are all stellar and worth crowing about but plucking out a few side stories might well make this a smoother, more tonally consistent show. Go to Full Review Martín Fernández Cruz La Nación (Argentina) 3d
3/5
...Rooster employs a Gilmore Girls-esque structure, presenting the parent-daughter bond as a shield against the world, but here used in a dark comedy style. And that's where this series finds its greatest strength...[Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Rachel Ho Exclaim! 4d
Crowd-pleasing quips and Carell's endearing performance make it an absolute must-watch Go to Full Review Joyce Slaton Common Sense Media Mar 10
4/5
Steve Carell is such a beloved comedy icon that it's a pleasure just to see him, so it's a good thing that this dramedy has him front and center in nearly every scene. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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vijay V. @nyctechwatch 18h Fun. Fast funny banter. For fans of shows like space force. Classic Carell. See more Samir J @NYC38 1d Disappointing all around. This show is a web of cliches that feels like it belongs on CBS' Tuesday night lineup. I'm honestly shocked HBO associated themselves with this show. What a come down for Carell. I slogged through episode one, but called it quits 5 mins into the second episode. See more Kristen T @RT93139077 2d Absolutely loved the first two episodes! I was laughing nonstop. I cannot wait for more episodes to come out. See more Ivan F @Neogrey 2d I begin to suspect official critics are paid to rate this at 89%. I only survived 5:50 minutes of episode 1. Who talks lime that? Who are these people? I even copied other reviewer's words as the show is that lazy. - here's their words, exactly like mine : Painful to watch this show. There is nothing funny in this show. Nothing is real. The dialogue is unbelievable and just plain stupid. See more james C @RT08140819 3d First two episodes are great, well rounded characters right from the beginning. Looking forward to see how the series developes. See more Wendy K @rosie737 4d While the first episode was good, but not great, the second episode made me laugh hysterically several times. Looking forward to seeing it deepen. Amazing cast. Love it! See more Read all reviews
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Bill Lawrence

Creator

Bill Lawrence

Creator

Matt Tarses

Creator

Steve Carell

Actor

Lauren Tsai

Actor

Scott MacArthur

Actor

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 8, 2026 Release the Brown Fat Writer Greg Russo arrives at Ludlow College to support his daughter Katie as her marriage begins to implode. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 15, 2026 Trousers When Katie's future at Ludlow is thrown into question, Walt offers Greg a deal to keep them both on campus. Details Episode 3 Airs Mar 22 White Whale Greg navigates his first day as a teacher at Ludlow, Katie deals with being suspended, and Archie assists Sunny in finding an advisor. Details Episode 4 Airs Mar 29 To avoid Walt's party, Greg dedicates himself to a student; with her suspension lifted, Katie considers one-night stands. Details Episode 5 Airs Apr 5 Set on a college campus centering on an author's complicated relationship with his daughter. Details Episode 6 Airs Apr 12 Set on a college campus centering on an author's complicated relationship with his daughter. Details Episode 7 Airs Apr 19 Set on a college campus centering on an author's complicated relationship with his daughter. Details Episode 8 Airs Apr 26 Set on a college campus centering on an author's complicated relationship with his daughter. Details Episode 9 Airs May 3 Set on a college campus centering on an author's complicated relationship with his daughter. Details Episode 10 Airs May 10 Set on a college campus centering on an author's complicated relationship with his daughter. Details
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Rooster — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Bill Lawrence, Jonathan Krisel, Matt Tarses
Creator
Bill Lawrence, Bill Lawrence, Matt Tarses
Screenwriter
Annie Mebane
Network
HBO
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 8, 2026