Chad Powers Season 2 Takes The Field September 3, 2026

Glen Powell is back in disguise for a new season of Chad Powers. Here’s everything you need to know before it premieres

Russ Holliday’s unlikely comeback continues, as long as he can keep his story straight and his Chad prosthetics in place. As Chad attracts more attention, it becomes increasingly difficult for Russ to keep his cover intact, and the line between his identities begins to blur. With the sports comedy about to return for its second season, watch the trailer, catch up with a quick Season 1 recap, and find out what’s next for the South Georgia Catfish.

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When does Chad Powers Season 2 come out?

The new season premieres on September 3, 2026, with all episodes dropping at once.

How many episodes are in Chad Powers Season 2?

Like the first season, Season 2 has six episodes.

Where can I watch Chad Powers Season 2?

Season 2 will stream on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers.* The complete first season is available to stream now, so you can catch up before the premiere.

What is Chad Powers Season 2 about?

Season 2 raises the stakes, as Russ must maintain his alter ego while confronting the consequences of his deception. Chad’s relationships with his coaches and teammates grow stronger, but how long can he hide who he really is?

What happened in Chad Powers Season 1?

Warning: Spoilers about Season 1 ahead as we recap and prepare you for Season 2. For a spoiler-free intro to the show, get the Season 1 of Chad Powers primer.

After Russ earns a spot on the South Georgia Catfish roster as Chad Powers, the real challenge begins. Ricky finds out the truth about Chad’s identity, and Russ decides to abandon his team and leave town as the season winds down.

After a heart-to-heart with his father, Russ decides to return for the big game against the Georgia Bulldogs and convinces Ricky to keep his secret. Although she doesn’t forgive Russ, she agrees not to expose him in order to protect her father and Catfish head coach, Jake Hudson.

By the end of Season 1, Jake and the team still believe Chad’s identity. Meanwhile, rival quarterback Gerry’s resentment and suspicion toward his mysterious teammate continue to grow. The finale ends just before the opening kickoff of the Bulldogs game, setting the stage for new conflicts, challenges, and potential triumphs.

Is Chad Powers based on a true story?

No. The show is based on a segment from Eli Manning’s ESPN+ show, Eli’s Places. In the sketch, Manning went undercover at Penn State’s walk-on tryouts using the enigmatic Chad Powers persona and coined Chad’s mantra “Think fast, run fast.”

What can you expect from Chad Powers Season 2?

Chad's future as a superstar quarterback hangs in the balance, and it becomes harder for Russ and Danny to keep his real identity under wraps.

Chad’s Secret Identity Becomes Harder To Hide

With more attention comes more scrutiny, and Russ finds it increasingly difficult to keep up the Chad persona, both in public and with the people closest to him. Now that Ricky knows the truth, Chad’s fate is in her hands.

A Rivalry Puts Chad Under Pressure

Tensions mount between Chad and fellow quarterback Gerry as competition and jealousy fuel suspicion.

More Football Comedy With A Deep Emotional Core

New secret-identity challenges mean more hilarious escapades, while Chad’s deepening relationships give Russ more to lose. In seeking redemption, is Russ’s disguise having an impact that’s more than skin-deep?

Who’s behind Chad Powers Season 2?

Glen Powell stars in and executive produces the show, which he co-created with Michael Waldron, who also serves as the co-showrunner alongside New Girl (Hulu) producer and writer Luvh Rakhe. Waldron also created and wrote for Marvel Studios’ Loki and wrote Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

Are Eli and Peyton Manning involved?

Yes, both Eli and Peyton Manning are executive producers. Other executive producers include Powell, Waldron, and Rakhe, as well as Adam Fasullo, Ben Brown, Jamie Horowitz, and Dan Cohen.

Who are the cast and characters of Chad Powers Season 2?

Glen Powell leads the cast as Russ Holliday and his alter ego, Chad Powers. He’s joined by an ensemble of veteran actors and rising talent.

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Check Out These Memorable Scenes From Season 1

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