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Russ Holliday’s lies are revealed to Ricky before the big game, leading to blackmail that threatens the Southern Georgia Catfish’s season, showrunner Michael Waldron said.
- On the season finale, Russ Holliday admits his false identity to Ricky moments before the Southern Georgia Catfish face the Georgia Bulldogs.
- At the heart of the plot is Russ Holliday catfishing his team, promising underdog stakes for the Southern Georgia Catfish while warning that exposure would ruin Coach Hudson's reputation and the season.
- Russ Holliday seeks absolution but Ricky refuses forgiveness, leading him to blackmail her to maintain their deception by threatening Coach Hudson's reputation, showrunner Michael Waldron said they "didn't let Russ off the hook," with Perry Mattfeld fueling Ricky's reaction.
- As of Monday, Oct. 27, Hulu had not officially renewed Chad Powers, but Michael Waldron teases Season 2 ideas including real SEC coaches and the Georgia game's outcome.
- With about 50 extras on set, the production crew/DP used on-field shooting techniques including one-take sequences to balance something ridiculous with something very real, Michael Waldron said.
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‘Chad Powers’ Showrunner Michael Waldron On Russ’ Attempt At Reform In Finale Episode, Filming At Georgia Football Game & Potential Season 2 Ideas
Michael Waldron spoke with Deadline about the final episode of Hulu's Chad Powers and ideas for a potential second season
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Chad Powers Season 2 Could Happen on 1 Condition
Photo Credit: Hulu / Disney Following the success of Chad Powers, Glen Powell has hinted at the possibility of a Season 2. The sports comedy, starring Powell, concluded its first season in October 28, 2025, leaving fans curious about the show’s future. Co-creator Michael Waldron suggested that the fate of second season depends on the audience response. Chad Powers Season 2 might happen ‘if folks dig it’ Glen Powell is open about the possibility …
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