Rooster Season 1 Finale Is Almost Here — Steve Carell’s HBO Hit Wraps Up on May 10 & Here’s Everything You Need to Know

If you’ve been watching Steve Carell charm his way through Ludlow College all semester, it’s time to brace yourself — the season finale of Rooster lands this Sunday, and things are about to get messy.

Rooster Season 1 Episode 10 Release Date & Time

Rooster Episode 10 is set to drop on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 10 PM ET exclusively on HBO Max. The episode is titled “Songs for Raisa” and serves as the Season 1 finale. Soapcentral

What to Expect in the Finale

As the semester at Ludlow draws to a close, the tension between Greg and his daughter has reached a boiling point. Greg will tell the class he’s leaving, and Katie will confront her parents after revealing her employment situation — demanding they stay out of her life so she can live on her own terms.

Katie also kissed her ex-husband Archie and declared she was “in”, setting up a rocky love reunion heading into the dramatic conclusion.

Why Rooster Has Been a Must-Watch This Spring

Rooster became the most-watched comedy premiere on HBO in the US in over a decade, drawing 2.4 million viewers, and holds an 88% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics consensus calls it a “kind-spirited, good-time new series” elevated by Steve Carell’s soothing performance and Danielle Deadwyler’s exuberant support. Wikipedia

The series was created by Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses, with principal photography taking place at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, which doubled as the fictional Ludlow College. HBO renewed it for a second season in April 2026, with Season 2 set to continue from Ludlow’s spring semester. Wikipedia

For the full backstory on the show’s creation and cast, visit its Wikipedia page.

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