'Stuart Fails to Save Universe' Creator On "Worst Choice" To Lead Spin
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Key Points:
- Chuck Lorre, co-creator of The Big Bang Theory, revealed that Stuart Bloom, a minor character, was chosen as the lead for the spin-off "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe" because he was an unexpected hero.
- Lorre praised Kevin Sussman, who plays Stuart, as a brilliant comic actor who audiences can root for despite his character's flaws.
- The new series follows Stuart as he tries to prevent a multiverse disaster caused by a device created by Sheldon and Leonard, involving encounters with alternate universe versions of themselves.
- The spin-off reunites Stuart with familiar characters Bert, Denise, and Kripke, and premieres Thursday at 9pm ET on HBO Max.
- Kevin Sussman expressed surprise at leading the spin-off, stating it was unexpected in his acting career.
