Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America

Name: Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2026-06-26
Rating: 5.5
Cast: Larry David

ENDED1 Season7 Episodes★ 5.5

Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America is a comedy series on HBO that premiered in 2026, ending after 1 season and 7 episodes.

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NetworkHBO

First AiredJun 26, 2026

Last AiredAug 7, 2026

GenreComedy

Created ByLarry David, Jeff Schaffer

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

ProductionHigher Ground, HBO

An improvised, comedic approach to major events in American history in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.

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Cast

Larry David

Various Characters

Seasons & Episodes1 season · 7 episodes

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E1Livingston

Jun 26, 202633m★ 2.6

Robert Livingston takes a first pass at the Declaration of Independence. Rosa Parks settles in for an uncomfortable bus ride.

E2Farewell

Jul 3, 202632m★ 3.3

Meriwether Lewis shares news of his upcoming travels with his long-suffering wife. Larry presses George Washington for answers.

E3McCarthy

Jul 10, 202635m★ 3.2

Larry crashes a party in Boston Harbor. Jonesy makes a stop on the Underground Railroad. The Wright Brothers prepare for their first flight. Senator Joe McCarthy calls out his fellow congressmen for their problematic conduct.

E4Deepthroat

Jul 17, 202636m★ 2.9

Bob Woodward receives some questionable intel. Henry Ford is forced to take a local mensch out for a test drive. Bachelor president James Buchanan tries his luck with the ladies. Vaccine pioneer Jonas Salk makes his mother a little too proud.

E5Lincoln

Jul 24, 202635m★ 3.8

Larry plays a key role during the showdown at the O.K. Corral. President Lincoln receives advice from his Chief of Staff, Lawrence Butterfield. President Johnson recruits Butterfield to help convince a grieving Mary Todd to move out of the White House.

E6Buzz

Jul 31, 202635m★ 3.8

After Paul Revere issues his warning, Larry and his wife prepare to flee. At the Alamo, Davy Crockett hides a crucial secret. Susan B. Anthony deals with a rude dinner guest. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin butt heads during their lunar mission.

E7Lawrence

Aug 7, 202632m★ 3.8

Larry gets caught up in the moment on VJ Day. After delivering a lengthy speech, President William Henry Harrison falls ill. Rescuers question the surviving members of the Donner Party. In 2014, President Obama makes waves for his apparel decisions.

About Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America

Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America is a comedy series on HBO. The show first aired on Jun 26, 2026 and currently has 1 season and 7 episodes. Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: An Almost History of America has ended. It has a rating of 5.5/10 based on 25 votes. The cast includes Larry David. Created by Larry David and Jeff Schaffer.