Is Rooster Coming Back for Season 2? - Esquire
School’s out for the summer—but not for long.
www.esquire.comHere’s what’s happening with Rooster in Australia right now.
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The HBO comedy Rooster has been renewed for a second season, with reports confirming production and new episodes planned for release within the next year. This renewal was announced by Variety Australia and corroborated by multiple outlets in early April 2026.
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Australian entertainment media have followed the development closely, noting that shooting is slated to begin around mid-to-late August 2026 and that the show remains a priority for HBO and the production teams.
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If you’re trying to watch or stream Rooster in Australia, Apple TV+ listings and Australian TV guides show the series available through HBO’s distribution windows and associated streaming platforms, with new episodes expected to roll out on Sundays at 10 p.m. in the U.S. as part of the season’s scheduling, similar patterns often mirrored in Australia via local licensing.
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For quick updates on cast and production news, Esquire and Variety Australia have published reports confirming Season 2 details, including involvement from Steve Carell, Bill Lawrence, and the core ensemble, with interviews suggesting the creators’ plans for a timely return to production.
If you’d like, I can pull the latest Australian air-date guidance from local guides (e.g., Foxtel, Binge, or ABC) and map out a watch plan for Season 2 as soon as a firm Australian release window is announced.