Following its reveal at SXSW, HBO has confirmed the premiere details for Larry David's sketch comedy series Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness. The seven-episode show debuts Friday, June 26 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, featuring reenactments of American historical moments with David starring alongside comedy stars.
Larry David, creator of Curb Your Enthusiasm, stars in and executive-produces his new HBO sketch comedy series Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, first detailed at SXSW. As previously announced, the seven-episode series will premiere on Friday, June 26 at 9 p.m. ET/PT to honor the U.S.'s 250th anniversary through satirical reenactments of historical events.
HBO released a sneak peek echoing the SXSW preview: David as a bystander in the iconic 1945 V-J Day in Times Square sailor kiss photo, attempting his own kiss and facing backlash from the woman's boyfriend.
David collaborates on writing and production with Jeff Schaffer (Curb Your Enthusiasm), with executive producers including former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama via Higher Ground Productions. The cast features Curb alumni and guests like Bill Hader, Kathryn Hahn, Jon Hamm, and others as historical figures.
This marks David's HBO return after Curb Your Enthusiasm ended in 2024.