Rooster Episode 3 Release Date and Time Confirmed for March 22 on HBO and HBO Max

Steve Carell is back in the middle of family chaos, and viewers are eager to see what happens next after the shocking ending of Episode 2. The new HBO comedy series Rooster has quickly become a must-watch show, thanks to its mix of awkward humor and heartfelt father-daughter moments. If you have been following the story of Greg Russo and his daughter Katie, here is everything you need to know about when and where to watch the next episode.

The third episode, titled ‘White Whale,’ is scheduled to arrive this Sunday. After Greg’s wild reaction to learning that his daughter’s ex-husband Archie is expecting a baby with a graduate student, the aftermath is sure to bring more laughs and tension. The series, created by Bill Lawrence of Ted Lasso fame, is streaming weekly for audiences in the United States, India, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.

Rooster Episode 3 Release Date and Streaming Time

Rooster Episode 3 will be released on Sunday, March 22, 2026. The show follows a strict weekly schedule, with new episodes arriving every Sunday.

For viewers in the United States, the episode airs on HBO at 10:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) . It will also be available to stream simultaneously on HBO Max (soon to be known as Max) at the same time. If you are on the West Coast, the episode typically becomes available at 7:00 PM Pacific Time (PT) .

For international audiences, the release times vary slightly:

• India: The episode streams on JioHotstar starting Monday, March 23, 2026, at 7:30 AM IST.
• United Kingdom: Viewers can expect the episode on Monday morning via streaming services that carry HBO content.
• Australia: The episode is usually available on Monday evenings AEST on local streaming platforms like Binge or Foxtel Now, which carry HBO programming.

The first season of Rooster consists of 10 episodes. After Episode 3, fans can look forward to new episodes every Sunday through the season finale on May 10, 2026.

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What Happened in Episode 2 Recap

To understand where Episode 3 is headed, it helps to look back at the chaos of last week. Episode 2, titled “Trousers,” picked up right after Katie (played by Charly Clive) accidentally burned down her ex-husband Archie’s campus residence.

Greg tries to keep Katie out of serious trouble. When they go to the police station, things go from bad to worse. Katie ends up punching Archie during the meeting. Back at Ludlow College, Greg makes a deal with the college president, Walter Mann (played by John C. McGinley). Greg agrees to take the writer-in-residence position to buy time and save Katie’s job.

The episode builds to a hilarious and violent climax. Greg is mid-interview for a BBC segment when Katie accidentally mentions that Archie’s new girlfriend, Sunny (played by Lauren Tsai), is pregnant. Greg immediately bolts from the interview, storms into Archie’s room, and attacks him with a ladle. He shows no regret for defending his daughter’s honor.

What to Expect in Rooster Episode 3

The upcoming episode, ‘White Whale,’ will deal with the immediate fallout from Greg’s attack. The preview for the episode shows Katie watching Archie teach a class. She struggles to understand how he can act so normal after everything that happened.

Katie is now on suspension, which means she has to figure out how to spend her time on campus without being in the classroom. Meanwhile, Greg starts his first official day as the writer-in-residence at Ludlow. He wants Katie to move in with him, which is sure to create more awkward situations between the father and daughter.

Phil Dunster, who plays the cheating Archie, will likely have more screen time as he helps Sunny find an academic advisor while dealing with his complicated feelings about the pregnancy. The episode promises to balance the physical comedy that Steve Carell is known for with the emotional weight of a parent trying to protect their child.

The Cast and Creative Team Behind Rooster

Rooster brings together an impressive group of talent. Steve Carell leads the cast as Greg Russo, a bestselling author known for his beach read novels. He is joined by Charly Clive as his daughter Katie, an art history professor dealing with a very public personal crisis.

The supporting cast adds depth to the college setting:

• Danielle Deadwyler as Professor Shepherd
• Phil Dunster as Archie, the cheating ex-husband
• John C. McGinley as College President Walter Mann
• Lauren Tsai as Sunny, the graduate student at the center of the drama
• Connie Britton in a key role

The series comes from the mind of Bill Lawrence, who created Ted Lasso and Scrubs. He co-created the show with Matt Tarses. Both serve as executive producers alongside Steve Carell, ensuring the show maintains the character-driven humor that Lawrence is famous for.

Where to Watch Rooster Streaming Online

For viewers who prefer streaming, Rooster is widely available. In the US, all episodes drop on HBO Max at the same time they air on television. The standard subscription for HBO Max costs $10.99 per month.

In India, the show is exclusively available on JioHotstar. New episodes arrive every Monday, starting with Episode 3 on March 23.

For fans in the UK and Australia, the show is available on platforms that carry HBO content, including Sky, Now TV, Binge, and Foxtel Now. Check local listings for exact availability.

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