Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, HBO's new original comedy miniseries, is taking shape with a trailer centered on Larry David and Barack Obama. Produced with Higher Ground, the company founded by Barack and Michelle Obama, the series will stream on HBO Max on June 27, 2026, releasing one episode per week through August 8.
Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness
Mini-series | 2026
Available on HBO Max on June 27, 2026
Sketch comedy | 7 episodes
Created by Larry David and Jeff Schaffer | Starring Larry David and Barack Obama
Nationality: United States
The project unfolds as a sketch comedy tied to the United States’ 250th anniversary. In HBO’s initial outline, Barack and Michelle Obama aim to celebrate American history for the milestone, until Larry David’s involvement shifts the project toward a more satirical direction.
The official trailer leans mostly on the face-off between the former U.S. president and the creator of Curb Your Enthusiasm. Larry David teams up again with Jeff Schaffer, his longtime collaborator and the series’ director. HBO also teases appearances by actors from Curb Your Enthusiasm and other guest stars, though the full cast isn’t detailed in the materials released.
The series is written and produced by Larry David and Jeff Schaffer. Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Ethan Lewis and Vinnie Malhotra serve as executive producers for Higher Ground, the outfit already behind projects such as American Factory, Crip Camp, Rustin and American Symphony.
Trailer for Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness
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