SummaryBest-selling author Greg Russo (Steve Carell) tries to help his daughter (Charly Clive) after her husband leaves her for a grad student in the comedy series from Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses.
Created By:Bill Lawrence, Matt Tarses
Rooster
Season 1 Premiere:
Mar 8, 2026
Metascore
Generally Favorable
67
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Mixed or Average
5.7
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
62% Positive
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Mar 5, 2026
100
HBO’s Rooster is an acting masterclass, with tour-de-force performances from Steve Carrell, Phil Dunster, Danielle Deadwyler, John C. McGinley, and more. It’s at once charming, incisive, and laugh-out-loud funny.
Mar 9, 2026
80
It’s the kind of show that doesn’t knock your socks off, but its amiable wit is more than welcome.
Mar 5, 2026
80
Though the series strikes the creator’s signature balance of humor and emotional depth, Rooster has yet to rival Shrinking, Ted Lasso, or The Office. That’s not to say the six of ten episodes made available for review weren’t a genuinely fun ride; rather, it’s a testament to the incredible heights we’ve seen both men reach.
Mar 5, 2026
70
“Rooster” thrives on the tension between Carell’s self-deprecating likability and Greg’s relative boorishness.
Mar 5, 2026
50
Aside from the occasional choice gag, its geniality dampens its silliness.
Mar 5, 2026
40
Unfortunately, “Rooster” is full of predictable characters and circumstances, adding up to a lackluster narrative.
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Mar 10, 2026
10
Form your own opinion. Okay, I’m so glad I watched this. Not going to lie, I almost passed based on others reviews, but WHAT…I am blown away. I consider myself a tough laugh but I truly laughed out loud multiple times. Not sure why you guys are dogging on this so hard when **** first episode…of ten? Of course it needs to build and set up where it’s going. Glad I didn’t miss out on this, will be tuning in again next week. Shout out original content. Shout out not another reboot. You guys will complain about anything. Pop off, Rooster.
Mar 9, 2026
8
There were some good comedic moments in the pilot episode, and with Phil Dunster (one of the few bright spots in the last season of Ted Lasso) and Danielle Deadwyler, it's got a solid supporting cast. I'm optimistic about its potential!
