New Big Bang Theory Spin-off Trailer Teases Multiverse Mayhem
WHO:
The Hollywood Reporter - Lauren Lapkus and Brian Posehn also star, reprising their Big Bang Theory roles as Denise and Bert.
ComingSoon.net - The spin-off features comic book store owner Stuart Bloom.
Deadline - Familiar faces in the trailer include Christine Baranski (Beverly Hofstadter), Riki Lindhome (Ramona Nowitzki), and Teller (Larry Fowler). Jon Cryer also appears.
WHAT:
Deadline - The trailer for Stuart Fails to Save the Universe features a kaleidoscope graphic showcasing Jon Cryer among other familiar faces.
The Hollywood Reporter - Stuart Fails to Save the Universe is the fourth show in the Big Bang Theory-verse, following the original series, which ran on CBS from 2005-19, and prequels Young Sheldon and Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, also on CBS.
The Hollywood Reporter - The show centers on Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman), who “breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon.”
The Hollywood Reporter - The comedy will send Stuart into several different realities, including one resembling The Matrix, one where Barry Kripke (John Ross Bowie) is a dictator, and a Mad Max-ish dystopia.
The Hollywood Reporter - The series will feature “alternate-universe versions” of other Big Bang characters.
ComingSoon.net - HBO Max released the official trailer for the spin-off titled "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe."
ComingSoon.net - The show is scheduled to premiere on July 23 on HBO Max, with new episodes debuting every Thursday.
WHERE:
ComingSoon.net - The show will be available on HBO Max.
WHEN:
ComingSoon.net - The premiere date for the show is July 23.
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - The series consists of a 10-episode season directed by Kyle Newacheck.
The Hollywood Reporter - Warner Bros. Television and Chuck Lorre Productions are behind Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.
The Hollywood Reporter - The series is created by Big Bang Theory co-creators Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, along with Zak Penn, and all three executive produce the show. Kyle Newacheck directed several installments of the 10-episode season.
ComingSoon.net - The plot involves Stuart Bloom being tasked with restoring reality after breaking a device.
(UPDATED June 24, 2026 17:38 UTC)
The trailer for "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe" has just been released, featuring a vibrant kaleidoscope graphic that showcases Jon Cryer along with other familiar faces. This exciting new series will consist of a ten-episode season directed by Kyle Newacheck. Fans can look forward to more details as the series unfolds.
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(UPDATED June 24, 2026 08:08 UTC)
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe is the fourth show set in the Big Bang Theory-verse, following the original series and its prequels, Young Sheldon and Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. The series features Lauren Lapkus and Brian Posehn reprising their roles as Denise and Bert, respectively. Warner Bros. Television and Chuck Lorre Productions are the creative forces behind this new addition to the beloved franchise.
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(UPDATED June 24, 2026 06:22 UTC)
A new comedy series is set to explore a multiverse Armageddon after Stuart Bloom, played by Kevin Sussman, accidentally breaks a device created by Sheldon and Leonard. The show will take viewers through various realities, including a world reminiscent of The Matrix, a dystopia similar to Mad Max, and alternate-universe versions of beloved Big Bang characters. Created by Big Bang Theory co-creators Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, along with Zak Penn, the series will feature direction by Kyle Newacheck across its ten-episode season.
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(UPDATED June 23, 2026 21:31 UTC)
HBO Max has just released the official trailer for a new spin-off titled "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe," featuring comic book store owner Stuart Bloom. The trailer showcases familiar faces like Christine Baranski, Riki Lindhome, Teller, and Jon Cryer, all set to return in this exciting series. The show is scheduled to premiere on July 23, with new episodes debuting every Thursday on HBO Max, as Stuart embarks on a quest to restore reality after breaking a device.