The next spinoff for The Big Bang Theory is officially on the way at HBO Max as the premiere date and first-look photos for Stuart Fails to Save the Universe emerge.
Unveiled at CCXP Mexico City, the latest updates are sure to excite fans who have been hearing about this zany offshoot since 2023, when it was first thrown into development. Along with the premiere date and first looks, we’re breaking down everything else you need to know about the show so far, including who is starring in the show, as well as who is behind the story. Scroll down for a closer look and stay tuned for updates as the premiere approaches.
When will Stuart Fails to Save the Universe premiere?
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe will officially premiere on HBO Max this July, making way for a summer debut fans won’t want to miss. The premiere is teased on the comic book-inspired poster for the show, which you can see below:

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Who stars in Stuart Fails to Save the Universe?
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe stars Kevin Sussman, Lauren Lapkus, Brian Posehn, and John Ross Bowie, four performers who previously featured in their roles as Stuart, Denise, Bert, and Barry on The Big Bang Theory. The stars will reprise these characters for this new series.
What is Stuart Fails to Save the Universe about?

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Stuart Fails to Save the Universe follows Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom, who is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon (Jim Parsons) and Leonard (Johnny Galecki), accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in his quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist pal Bert, and quantum physicist Barry Kripke. Along the way, the group will meet alternate-universe versions of characters fans have come to know from The Big Bang Theory. As the title implies, things do not go according to plan.
As fans know, this is the first Big Bang Theory spinoff that features actors and characters plucked from the original flagship show, but it joins fellow titles Young Sheldon and Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage as part of the expanding TV universe.
Who makes Stuart Fails to Save the Universe?
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe is created, written, and executive-produced by Chuck Lorre, Zak Penn, and Bill Prady. The show hails from Chuck Lorre Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television. Meanwhile, Danny Elfman is set to create the original theme song for the forthcoming title.
Stay tuned for more on Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.
Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, Series Premiere, July 2026, HBO Max
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