Glen Powell has been the hot movie star of 2024. He’s had huge hits with “Anyone But You” and “Twisters.” His own “Hit Man” was a Netflix hit and could have done very well at the box office.
But Powell is part of a new generation. In the old days, movie stars only took TV series when their careers on the big screen were waning. It’s all different now. Movies are a big gamble. So Powell is headed to the small screen.
Powell will play a big college football star who loses his luster in some kind of scandal, changes his name and moves to a small town, where he’ll play for a local team. Call it “Ted Lasso,” because you know he will save the team.
Or call it “Coach,” with a twist.
Powell is 35, so it’s unclear how long his title character, “Chad Powers,” has been out of work. Steve Zahn co-stars in this comedy co-created and executive produced by Powell and Michael Waldron.
“Chad Powers” will be on Hulu, which has quickly become the hot streaming platform.
