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Glen Powell’s ‘Chad Powers’ Debuts on Hulu With Lukewarm Early Scores

Powell trained with the Manning brothers to ground the football comedy in on-field realism.

Overview

  • Hulu released the first two episodes on September 30, with new installments arriving weekly through October 28.
  • Early reception sits at 56% from critics and audiences on Rotten Tomatoes, a snapshot that could shift with only two episodes available.
  • Powell portrays disgraced quarterback Russ Holliday and his disguised alter ego Chad Powers, performing under heavy prosthetics and a wig.
  • To bolster authenticity, Powell worked with trainer Nic Shimonek and received detailed guidance from Eli and Peyton Manning, with game action coordinated by Game Changing Films and former NFL players.
  • Eli Manning promoted the premiere on X with a congratulatory post, and a Raising Cane’s tailgate screening and marketing campaign supported the rollout.