Drooid Logo
Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

HBO's “Rooster” Draws 6.5 M, Earns Season Two

5/15/2026

44 6 Full Breakdown

1 of 1

Story summary
  • HBO's comedy Rooster became the network's most-watched debut in 15 years, averaging 6.5 million U.S. viewers per episode.
  • The series' ten episodes earned L3 ratings between 2.2 million and 2.5 million viewers, with Episode 8 posting the highest figure.
  • The May 10, 2026 finale attracted 2.2 million viewers in three days, slightly below the 2.4 million who watched the March 8, 2026 premiere.
  • HBO announced a second season in April 2026, before the first-season finale aired.