Larry David and Barack Obama launch HBO sketch series for America’s 250th anniversary

HBO is debuting a seven‑episode limited sketch comedy series titled *Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America*. The show pairs comedy veteran Larry David with former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama, whose production company Higher Ground serves as executive producer alongside Ethan Lewis and Vinnie Malhotra. The series, written and directed by David and Jeff Schaffer, aims to humorously explore American history ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday. It premieres on June 26 at 9 p.m. ET/PT and will stream on HBO Max, with weekly episodes concluding on August 7. The trailer reveals several familiar faces from *Curb Your Enthusiasm* and guest stars such as Jerry Seinfeld, Jon Hamm, Isla Fisher and Jane Krakowski.