Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 10, 2025 · Entertainment

Stuart Fails to Save the Universe: The Big Bang Theory's Sci-Fi Spin-Off Lands on Max!

CBS' The Big Bang Theory ended in 2019, spawning two hit spin-offs, and now a third which is happening on HBO 's Max streaming service.

BRAVO! The Big Bang Theory is Back and Bolder Than Ever!

Get ready, nerds! The wait is finally over, and we're thrilled to announce that a brand new spin-off series of The Big Bang Theory is hitting our screens! And trust us, this one's going to be BIGGER than ever!

After the massive success of Young Sheldon and Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, HBO Max has just given a series order to Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, a show that promises to take the gang on an intergalactic adventure like no other! And we can't get enough of it!

Max issued a series order for Stuart Fails to Save the Universe, centering on The Big Bang Theory comic book shop owner Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman), via press release

The new series will follow the lovable comic book shop owner, Stuart Bloom (Kevin Sussman), as he embarks on a quest to save reality after accidentally causing a "multiverse Armageddon" with Sheldon's and Leonard's device. Yes, you read that right – our beloved characters are back, and they're bigger than ever!

This time around, Stuart will be joined by his girlfriend Denise (Lauren Lapkus), geologist Bert (Brian Posehn), and quantum physicist Barry Kripke (John Ross Bowie) as they navigate the chaos of alternate universes. And let's not forget the 'alternate universe versions' of our favorite Big Bang Theory characters – talk about a reunion!

But don't worry, this show won't be just a rehashing of old times; it'll be a fresh take on the sci-fi comedy genre. Creators Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady are back at the helm, along with franchise newcomer Zak Penn (The Avengers), ensuring that Stuart Fails to Save the Universe will be an epic adventure like no other!

Lauren Lapkus returns as Stuart's girlfriend Denise in The Big Bang Theory spin-off Stuart Fails to Save the Universe

According to Casey Bloys, Chairman and CEO of HBO and HBO Max Content, "We're thrilled to continue the legacy of The Big Bang Theory. This new chapter wouldn't be possible without the vision and storytelling brilliance of Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, as well as Zak Penn, who has brought fresh insight and a distinctive voice to an already exceptional creative team."

And if you thought the original show was a hit, just wait until you see what's in store for Stuart Fails to Save the Universe! Lorre himself revealed that he wanted to do something "radical" and take him out of his comfort zone. And judging by the trailer, we can already tell it's going to be a wild ride!

So, are you ready to join the gang on this intergalactic adventure? Let us know in the comments below!

They all join Stuart on his journey, along with 'alternate universe versions' of beloved characters from The Big Bang Theory as well, and, 'as the title implies, things don't go well.'

Casey Bloys, Chairman and CEO, HBO and HBO Max Content, stated, 'We're excited to be continuing the legacy of The Big Bang Theory. Much like the original series, this new chapter wouldn't be possible without the vision and storytelling brilliance of Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, as well as Zak Penn, who has brought fresh insight and a distinctive voice to an already exceptional creative team.'

The Big Bang Theory ran from 2007 to 2019, spanning 12 seasons and 279 episodes, starring Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Johnny Galecki, Simon Helberg and Kunal Nayyar.