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Stuart Fails to Save the Universe Renewed for Season 2; Randall Park Joins Minimum Wage

The acclaimed Max Original comedy series Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, from Warner Bros Television, has been renewed for a second season. From creators Chuck Lorre, Zak Penn, and Bill Prady, the first season is HBO Max’s second-biggest comedy launch ever globally.

Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist friend Bert, and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke. Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters we’ve come to know and love from The Big Bang Theory. As the title implies, things don’t go well.

The series stars Kevin Sussman (Stuart), Lauren Lapkus (Denise), Brian Posehn (Bert), and John Ross Bowie (Kripke).

The first 14 episodes of Minimum Wage will debut exclusively on Netflix in 2026. The new series is from American High, founded by Jeremy Garelick (The Break-Up, The Wedding Ringer, The Hangover, Murder Mystery 2, Pizza Movie, Rolling Loud) and based on the breakout American High Shorts series of the same name, which has drawn over 40 million views across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram since launching in May 2024. Randall Park will be joining the previously announced cast as Mr. Sylvester - the eccentric boss of the pizza shop.

In the short comedy series, an ensemble workplace series set inside a chaotic local pizza shop, Minimum Wage follows a group of teenage employees battling power-tripping managers, an unhinged rush, and the slow grind of service-industry burnout. The stakes are low. The pressure is immense. The series carries the rapid-fire, short-form rhythm of the original American High Shorts digital content. 28 episodes have been ordered of the 12.5 minute per episode series. 14 episodes will premiere this year.

The series stars Aidan Micho, Grace Reiter, Hyde Healy, Julia Dicesare, Luke Burke, Ryan Micho, Tommy Armstrong and Randall Park.

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SitcomsOnline Digest: Stuart Fails to Save the Universe Saved for a Second Season; Netflix Renews Seinfeld Rights

 Welcome to SitcomsOnline Digest! This week, we have news about the renewal of a streaming series, a renewal for Seinfeld on Netflix, and more. Let's get going!

HIGHLIGHTS FROM SITCOMSONLINE.COM AND AROUND THE WEB

• Stuart Fails to Save the Universe has been given a second season chance to save the universe. (Variety)
• Netflix will keep Seinfeld at least through 2031. (Deadline)
• You'd be too late now, but if you wanted Sophia's purse from The Golden Girls, you could've purchased it at auction for only $200,000. (People)
• A new Power Rangers series at Disney+ will not be going forward. (Deadline)
• You'll be seeing more NBA on ABC and NBC next season, which doesn't immediately seem relevant to what we talk about here, but it also means less scripted programming. (Deadline)
• Ben Jones, who played Cooter on The Dukes of Hazzard, has died at 84. (AP News)
• All That cast member Christy Knowings has died at 46. (Variety)
• We've got trailers for season two of Adults and The Paper. (SitcomsOnline)

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Labels: Adults, All That, Average Joe, Dukes of Hazzard, Golden Girls, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Power Rangers, Seinfeld, SitcomsOnline Digest, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, The Paper

Stuart Fails to Save the Universe Official Podcast; All-Star Cast for Elizabeth Banks Apple TV Comedy

The Stuart Fails to Save the Universe Official Podcast Trailer is here, and HBO Max is bringing Big Bang Theory fans back into a wildly ambitious new sci-fi comedy. After each episode, Felicia Day and Wil Wheaton will break down the biggest moments, comic book references, multiverse theories, and behind-the-scenes stories from Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.

If you've followed Stuart Bloom since The Big Bang Theory, this official podcast promises creator interviews, cast conversations, Easter eggs, and deep dives into the action adventure science fiction comedy starring Kevin Sussman. Featuring Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady, Zak Penn, Lauren Lapkus, Brian Posehn, John Ross Bowie, Jonathan Frakes, Josh Brener, and more, every episode celebrates the comic book heart of the series while embracing its multiverse sized chaos.

Good company makes for great comedy. Michelle Buteau, Hamish Linklater, and Simu Liu will join Elizabeth Banks in recurring roles in the new comedy series from creators Liz Heldens and Matt Ward, with no name just yet. The series stars Banks, Ted Danson, Katey Sagal, and Rob Delaney.

Fresh off a messy divorce, Heidi (Elizabeth Banks) sets out to secure a lively second act for herself and her kids. But when she stumbles into coordinating her father's (Ted Danson) retirement community sex dates, Heidi is forced into an unlikely alliance with his girlfriend's (Katey Sagal) perpetually single son (Rob Delaney).

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SitcomsOnline Digest: Warner to Release Perfect Strangers - The Complete Series on Blu-ray; Chloe Fineman Exits Saturday Night Live

 Welcome to SitcomsOnline Digest! This week, we're hearing of a release of an 80s classic sitcom on Blu-ray, the exit of a Saturday Night Live cast member, and more. Let's get going!

HIGHLIGHTS FROM SITCOMSONLINE.COM AND AROUND THE WEB

• Back in the day, when home media releases were huge, Saturday's were for "Digital Digest," and we're kind of going back to that this week as Warner Home Video has announced one of their most unexpected titles, Perfect Strangers - The Complete Series, on Blu-ray. (Blu-ray.com)
• Chloe Fineman is announcing her exit from Saturday Night Live. (Deadline)
• We got used to about 22 minutes of a sitcom on broadcast TV, and some going around or above 30 minutes on streaming, but now Stuart Fails to Saves the Universe is challenging that with much shorter episodes. (Deadline)
• Hal Williams, best known for his roles on Sanford and Son and 227 (among many others), has died at 91. (SitcomsOnline)

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Labels: 227, King of the Hill, Perfect Strangers, Sanford and Son, Saturday Night Live, SitcomsOnline Digest, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

Trailer for Stuart Fails to Save the Universe; Terry Crews to Host 50th Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular

HBO Max has released the official trailer and key art for the Max Original comedy series Stuart Fails to Save the Universe. The ten-episode season debuts Thursday, July 23 at 9:00 p.m. ET and will be available to stream on HBO Max. New episodes will debut subsequent Thursdays.

Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist friend Bert, and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke. Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters we've come to know and love from The Big Bang Theory. As the title implies, things don't go well.

The series stars Kevin Sussman (Stuart), Lauren Lapkus (Denise), Brian Posehn (Bert), and John Ross Bowie (Kripke).

Terry Crews will host America's largest Independence Day celebration for the 50th Macy's 4th of July Fireworks(R) special. The telecast will air live on Saturday, July 4 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) on NBC and simulcast live on Peacock.

The star-studded event will feature performances by Noah Kahan, Post Malone, Salt-N-Pepa, Bebe Rexha, Shaboozey and Blake Shelton. The celebration will include more than 85,000 shells in 30 vibrant colors - paired with a laser show from the Brooklyn Bridge - to deliver breathtaking, awe-inspiring effects.

Produced by Grammy Award-winning composer Jason Howland, the 27-minute score will feature a live performance by NBC's The Voice season 29 winner Alexia Jayy. Inspired by the enduring spirit of America, the soundtrack reimagines the iconic sounds of more than 50 years of beloved summer classics. Serving as the emotional heartbeat of the pyrotechnic display, the score, designed in perfect harmony with stage lighting and lasers, will set the tone for a powerful and unforgettable celebration.

The 50th edition of Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will expand to both the lower East River in the Seaport District, the lower Hudson River in collaboration with Jersey City and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, firing from six barges and providing miles of prime public viewing to create a shared experience that connects more communities than ever.

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SitcomsOnline Digest: First Look at Stuart Fails to Save the Universe; A Different World Reboot Set for Fall Premiere

 Welcome to SitcomsOnline Digest! It's a busy week, and we only have some of the highlights for you (go back and read previous postings from earlier in the week), but we do have new news about some streaming series debuts and more. Let's get going!

HIGHLIGHTS FROM SITCOMSONLINE.COM AND AROUND THE WEB

• We have our first look at The Big Bang Theory spinoff, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe. (Hollywood Reporter)
• The reboot of A Different World will debut in the fall on Netflix, but we don't know much more than that. (Deadline)
• The new season of Futurama is coming to Hulu in August, but don't expect to be able to binge the entire season the day it comes out this time. (Gizmodo)
• David Letterman stopped by to help Stephen Colbert say goodbye to The Late Show this week, and created some memorable moments. (Deadline)
• Dennis Rush, who played Howie, one of Opie's friends on The Andy Griffith Show, has died. (Hollywood Reporter)
• HBO's Rooster has turned out to be one of their most-watched comedies in over 15 years. (Deadline)
• Remember Wordle, the game everybody was playing and talking about a few years ago but now most of us have forgotten? Well, it's getting an NBC game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie. (Variety)
• Great Entertainment Television has acquired Happy Endings. (SitcomsOnline)

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Labels: A Different World, Andy Griffith Show, Futurama, Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, Happy Endings, Late Show, Rooster, SitcomsOnline Digest, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe

Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront 2026; Netflix Upfront 2026

HBO Max has released the official teaser for the Max Original comedy series Stuart Fails to Save the Universe during the Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront presentation in New York. The ten-episode season debuts Thursday, July 23 at 9:00 p.m. ET and will be available to stream on HBO Max. New episodes will debut subsequent Thursdays.

Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist friend Bert, and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke. Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters we’ve come to know and love from The Big Bang Theory. As the title implies, things don't go well. The series stars Kevin Sussman (Stuart), Lauren Lapkus (Denise), Brian Posehn (Bert), and John Ross Bowie (Barry).

Also announced at the upfront: Adult Swim's new adult animated comedy President Curtis, starring Emmy(R) Award-winning actor Keith David and set in the Rick and Morty universe.

Netflix announced at their upfront presentation that the Kate Hudson led comedy series Running Point has been renewed for a third season. Running Point S3 will continue production in Los Angeles, joining other Netflix projects including the recently released Beef S2, and upcoming releases The Hawk, Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, Nobody Wants This S3, The Lincoln Lawyer S5, A Man on the Inside S3, Forever S2, and the film Animals from director Ben Affleck.

Netflix also announced that breakout comedy thriller series Big Mistakes has been renewed for a second season. Netflix and four time Emmy Award-winning multi-hyphenate talent Dan Levy are also extending their creative partnership with a series first-look deal. Netflix also announced six new recurring guest stars joining the cast of The Lincoln Lawyer's fifth and now final season. Amy Aquino, Angela Trimbur, Elpidia Carillo, Nate Corddry, Tricia Helfer and Keir O'Donnell.

Following the success of his latest hit special Mike Epps: Delusional, Netflix has ordered two new one-hour stand-up comedy specials from comedy superstar Mike Epps, extending the streamer's long-running creative partnership with the acclaimed comedian and actor. Both specials are currently in the works, with Netflix eyeing releases in 2028 and 2030.

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Labels: Adult Swim, Big Mistakes, HBO Max, Netflix, President Curtis, Rick & Morty, Running Point, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, The Big Bang Theory, Warner Bros

SitcomsOnline Digest: NBC Cancels Stumble; Do You Want Kids? Not Going Forward at ABC

   Welcome to SitcomsOnline Digest! This week, we're learning about some cancelations and renewals, the release date for a new spinoff of a popular sitcom, and more. Let's get going!

HIGHLIGHTS FROM SITCOMSONLINE.COM AND AROUND THE WEB

• NBC has canceled Brilliant Minds and Stumble, and they are still undecided on the future of Law & Order. (Hollywood Reporter)
• A release date has been announced for Big Bang Theory spinoff, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe. (Variety)
• The Rachel Bloom comedy pilot Do You Want Kids? is not going forward at ABC. (Deadline)
• Erik Per Sullivan wasn't interested in appearing in Malcolm in the Middle: Life is Still Unfair, but as evidence that life is unfair, he's still getting the attention for not being in it, and TV brother Justin Berfield is telling the paparazzi to back off. (Variety)
• Lots of people think actors and actresses get rich off of residuals, but Jodie Sweetin's one cent residual check for Full House would disagree. (Deadline)
• Like most other actors on Roseanne/The Conners, it seems that Laurie Metcalf has not spoken with Roseanne since she was fired from her own show. (People)
• It's probably no surprise, but ABC has renewed Shifting Gears and Scrubs. (SitcomsOnline)

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Labels: Do You Want Kids?, Malcolm in the Middle, SitcomsOnline Digest, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, Stumble, The Big Bang Theory

The Big Bang Theory Spinoff Stuart Fails to Save the Universe Premieres in July on HBO Max; The CW Revives Private Eyes

The Max Original comedy series Stuart Fails to Save the Universe debuts this July and will be available to stream on HBO Max. It was also revealed that the original theme music for the series will be created by Emmy(R)-winner, GRAMMY(R)-winner, and Oscar(R)-nominee Danny Elfman.

Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist friend Bert, and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke. Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters we've come to know and love from The Big Bang Theory. As the title implies, things don't go well.

The series stars Kevin Sussman (Stuart), Lauren Lapkus (Denise), Brian Posehn (Bert), and John Ross Bowie (Barry). The series, from Chuck Lorre Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television, is created, written, and executive produced by Chuck Lorre, Zak Penn, and Bill Prady.

The CW Network announced it has picked up the crime solving procedural Private Eyes West Coast (working title), starring Jason Priestley (Wild Cards) and Cindy Sampson (Supernatural). Private Eyes West Coast is a spin-off of the popular Private Eyes series that ran for five seasons, with Priestley and Sampson reprising their roles as private investigators Matt Shade and Angie Everett. The ten-episode first season from Piller/Segan - among the creative forces behind the hit CW original series Wild Cards - and Lionsgate will debut on The CW later this year. The CW will serve as the U.S. network, while the series will air on Global in Canada.

Shade (Priestley) and Angie (Sampson) have left behind their P.I. firm and settled into a new life on the west coast, but their new quiet life is shaken when a night out lands them at the scene of a murder. A woman stands over her dead boyfriend with a bloody steak knife in hand. Believing in her innocence, Shade and Angie dive headfirst back into the high-stakes world of investigation.

This season, the private eyes juggle the challenges of opening a P.I. firm in a new city. Without their friendly Toronto network of sources, Shade and Angie work to build a new community. From tracking down a missing student in the wilderness of British Columbia to extracting a murder confession from a surfer in Tofino, Shade and Angie prove life on the west coast is packed with heart-pounding thrills.

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SitcomsOnline Digest: Scrubs Reboot Headed to ABC; New King of the Hill Trailer Released

  Welcome to SitcomsOnline Digest! This week, we have reboot/spinoff news, some casting news for a Fox series, and more. Let's get going!

HIGHLIGHTS FROM SITCOMSONLINE.COM AND AROUND THE WEB

• It's official: a Scrubs reboot is coming to ABC, with three of the original cast members on board. (Variety)
• A premiere date has been set for The Office offshoot (it's not really clear what to call it), The Paper. (Deadline)
• We are getting another look into the new season of King of the Hill. (TheWrap)
• Annie Potts has joined the cast of the upcoming Fox series Best Medicine. (Variety)
• HBO Max has ordered Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, a Big Bang Theory spinoff. (SitcomsOnline)

• Catchy Comedy has a binge of Mama's Family tomorrow.
• Antenna TV has a Mork & Mindy marathon tomorrow.

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The Big Bang Theory's Stuart Spinoff Ordered by HBO Max; Long Story Short Premieres August 22 on Netflix

HBO Max has given a series order to The Big Bang Theory spinoff Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, from Chuck Lorre Productions and Warner Bros. Television. The comedy series is executive produced by Emmy®-nominated creators Chuck Lorre, Zak Penn, and Bill Prady.

Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist friend Bert, and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke. Along the way, they meet alternate-universe versions of characters we've come to know and love from The Big Bang Theory. As the title implies, things don’t go well.

The series stars Kevin Sussman (Stuart), Lauren Lapkus (Denise), Brian Posehn (Bert), and John Ross Bowie (Barry).

From the creator of BoJack Horseman, a comedy for anyone who has ever loved or hated their family. Long Story Short, premiering August 22. Watch on Netflix.

Long Story Short is an animated comedy from the creator of BoJack Horseman about one family, over time. Jumping through the years, we follow the Schwooper siblings from childhood to adulthood and back again, chronicling their triumphs, disappointments, joys, and compromises.

10 episodes have been ordered starring Lisa Edelstein (Naomi Schwartz), Paul Reiser (Elliott Cooper), Ben Feldman (Avi Schwooper), Abbi Jacobson (Shira Schwooper), Max Greenfield (Yoshi Schwooper), Angelique Cabral (Jen), Nicole Byer (Kendra Hooper), Dave Franco (Danny Wegbreit), Michaela Dietz (Hannah Schwooper).

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Labels: BoJack Horseman, HBO Max, Long Story Short, Netflix, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, The Big Bang Theory