Glen Powell Returns to Live-Action TV with Sports Comedy After 9 Years

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Glen Powell is poised to headline Hulu’s upcoming sports comedy titled “Chad Powers“. This role marks a significant shift in his television career after nearly a decade without one. The character of Chad Powers is loosely based on Eli Manning, with Powell portraying Russ Holliday, a once promising quarterback whose football career has hit rock bottom. To rehabilitate his public image, Holliday undergoes a transformation and assumes the identity of Chad Powers to play college football. The premiere date for “Chad Powers” has been set, with the first two episodes scheduled to air on September 30, 2025.

In the role of both producer and collaborative scriptwriter, Powell worked on the project titled “Chad Powers” together with Michael Waldron. Prior to this, he teamed up with Richard Linklater as a co-writer for the critically acclaimed romantic crime film, “Hit Man“, which was hailed as one of the top movies of 2024. Notable cast members joining Powell in “Chad Powers” are Toby Huss, Perry Mattfield, Steve Zahn, Clayne Crawford, and Frankie A. Rodriguez. The initial photos unveiled from “Chad Powers” reveal Powell’s dedication to portraying a dissatisfied football player convincingly, marking his return to live-action television after many years.

Chad Powers Is Glen Powell’s First Live-Action TV Show Since Scream Queens

He Played Chad Radwell In Ryan Murphy’s Scream Queens

2015 found me joining the star-studded cast of Ryan Murphy’s dark comedy series, “Scream Queens.” Sharing screen time with the likes of Emma Roberts, Abigail Breslin, Ariana Grande, and Billie Lourd was quite an experience! I stepped into the shoes of Chad Radwell, the head of the Dickie Dollar Scholars fraternity at Wallace University, who was in a relationship with the formidable Chanel Oberlin. Despite being in a relationship with Chanel, Chad’s campus antics didn’t shy away from infidelities, often cheating on her with other students, including the Chanels and our new sister, Hester (Lea Michele). Chad was known for his overt arrogance and had a chilling fascination with necrophilia. Quite the character to play!

In the TV series Scream Queens, Glen Powell received much acclaim for his amusing portrayal. His character, Chad Radwell, was notably depicted as both inflating his own ego and showing cowardice when confronted by the campus serial killer, the Red Devil. The appeal of this role led to Powell’s return for three episodes in season 2, where he reconnected with Chanel and their complex relationship resumed its turbulence. As the pair became engaged, their union was abruptly ended when Chad met a tragic end in the episode “Handidates.” Scream Queens is often recognized as one of Glen Powell’s less-acknowledged projects but provided an excellent platform for him to delve into diverse roles throughout his career.

After his character on “Scream Queens” was written off, Powell has been active in various TV shows. However, his upcoming role in “Chad Powers” marks his first return to live-action television since then. Since 2016, he’s primarily done voice acting, appearing as a guest on “Robot Chicken” and “Family Guy,” and starring as Dave in “Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous.” The anticipation for his comeback to live-action TV with “Chad Powers” is high given the success of “Scream Queens.

Glen Powell’s TV Return Is Even More Exciting After Becoming A Major Movie Star

He Has Become One Of The Most Successful Hollywood Movie Stars

Following his stint on “Scream Queens,” Glen Powell has risen to prominence as a major player in Hollywood cinema. He achieved commercial triumph with appearances in films like “The Dark Knight Rises” (2012) and “The Expendables 3” (2014), and garnered global critical acclaim for his performances in “Top Gun: Maverick” (2022), “Anyone But You” (2023), and “Twisters” (2024), which are often recognized as Glen Powell’s finest films. With a string of impressive cinematic achievements in recent times, it’s delightful to witness Glen Powell back on the small screen with “Chad Powers.

Beyond his acting skills, Powell possesses the appropriate background to portray a former football star aiming for a triumphant return to the field. In his youth, Powell was not only an athlete but also played both football and lacrosse during his time at Westwood High School in Austin, Texas. The series’ trailer and initial images suggest that Powell is ideally suited to star in the title role of Chad Powers, a casting decision that marks a significant milestone in his career.

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2025-05-16 22:18