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Hulu's 'Chad Powers' Premieres: Eli Manning's Hilarious Inspiration

8/21/2025

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Hulu's series "Chad Powers," featuring Glen Powell and Eli Manning, premieres on September 30, 2025.
The show is inspired by Manning's 2022 sketch where he impersonated Chad Powers at Penn State tryouts.
Powell portrays Russ Holliday, a quarterback who disguises himself to join a new team.
The six-episode series highlights Powell's busy schedule and collaboration with prominent filmmakers.
Manning's improvisational skills significantly influenced the series' development.

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Story summary

Hulu's series "Chad Powers," featuring Glen Powell and Eli Manning, premieres on September 30, 2025.
The show is inspired by Manning's 2022 sketch where he impersonated Chad Powers at Penn State tryouts.
Powell portrays Russ Holliday, a quarterback who disguises himself to join a new team.
The six-episode series highlights Powell's busy schedule and collaboration with prominent filmmakers.
Manning's improvisational skills significantly influenced the series' development.