# Hulu NFL drama series announcement

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hulu-nfl-drama-series-announcement
> Updated: 2026-10-12T21:50:54.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Hulu has announced and released a first look at ‘The Land’, an upcoming sports drama series created by Dan Fogelman. A collaboration between 20th Television and Skydance Sports, the series is set within the Cleveland Browns NFL franchise.

The narrative focuses on head coach Danny Roarke, played by Christopher Meloni, as he attempts to revitalize the team alongside his son, a newly drafted quarterback from Ohio State. The plot also involves the internal succession struggles of team owner Hal Durkin, portrayed by William H. Macy, and his daughters.

The series is scheduled to premiere on February 15, 2027, with an initial release of two episodes followed by weekly installments.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Hulu releases first look at Dan Fogelman's football drama ‘The Land’

Hulu has released a trailer for ‘The Land’, a new football drama from Dan Fogelman starring Chris Meloni and Mandy Moore, set against the backdrop of the Cleveland Browns franchise.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hulu-releases-first-look-at-dan-fogelmans-football-drama-the-land

### 2026-10-08: Hulu announces Dan Fogelman NFL drama series ‘The Land’

Hulu has announced the February 15, 2027, premiere date for ‘The Land’, a new NFL-themed drama series created by Dan Fogelman starring Christopher Meloni.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hulu-announces-dan-fogelman-nfl-drama-series-the-land

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