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Lisa Ann Walter Sets Debut Stand-Up Special at Hulu for 2026

The Abbott Elementary actor directs a Philadelphia-shot hour backed by Art & Industry.

Overview

  • Hulu plans a 2026 release in the U.S., with availability on Hulu and the Hulu on Disney+ tile, while Disney+ will stream it internationally.
  • Walter directed the special herself and recorded it at Helium Comedy Club in Philadelphia.
  • Art & Industry produces the project, with executive producers Lisa Ann Walter, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Michelle Caputo and Shannon Hartman.
  • The comedian is widely known for playing Melissa Schemmenti on ABC’s Abbott Elementary, now in its fifth season with next-day streaming on Hulu.
  • Variety reports the special joins Hulu’s Hularious stand-up slate, marking Walter’s first filmed hour after decades of touring.