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Stuart Fails to Save the Universe

“Every universe needs a hero. We got Stuart.”

8.3 / 10 · 240 votes

TV-MA

2026

~24 min / ep

2 seasons

10 episodes

ComedySci-Fi & Fantasy

After accidentally creating a new multiverse, comic book store owner Stuart Bloom must locate a quantum-interference device to restore reality.

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Cast

Kevin Sussman

Lauren Lapkus

Brian Posehn

John Ross Bowie

Ryan Cartwright

Tommy Walker

Josh Brener

Riki Lindhome

André Sogliuzzo

Kunal Nayyar

Kaley Cuoco

Matty Cardarople

Seasons

Comic book store owner Stuart Bloom is tasked with restoring reality after he breaks a device built by Sheldon and Leonard, accidentally bringing about a multiverse Armageddon. Stuart is aided in this quest by his girlfriend Denise, geologist friend Bert, and quantum physicist/all-around pain in the ass Barry Kripke.

1.Spoiler: Gary Dies
7.6
23-07-202626 min
After breaking a quantum-interference device, mild-mannered comic book store owner Stuart Bloom must save the universe from imminent destruction.
2.Spoiler: Zack's in This One
8.1
30-07-202621 min
Stuart, Bert, Denise, and Barry Kripke find themselves in an idyllic, peaceful Earth...that happens to be controlled by a repressive and vicious AI.
3.Spoiler: Bert Is Magic
8.6
06-08-202618 min
In a world where magic is real, Bert discovers a gift for sorcery, while Stuart enlists the help of one of this universe’s most powerful wizards.
4.Spoiler: Stuart Makes a Wallet
8.0
13-08-202625 min
Stuart questions what's real after landing in a mental hospital. Kripke finds himself with a new love interest.
5.Spoiler: Bert Gets Married
8.6
20-08-202620 min
The gang arrives in paradise, where everyone lives in harmony with nature and each other. Bert finds true love and the machine is broken.
6.Spoiler: Corn Is Delicious
8.2
27-08-202622 min
As Bert and Kripke team up, Stuart and Denise take a big step forward in a universe that looks and feels normal...with one major difference.
7.Spoiler: Dexys Midnight Runners Get a Royalty Payment
8.0
03-09-202616 min
While attempting to steal a new piece of technology from Caltech, Stuart, Denise, Bert, and Kripke run into some very familiar visitors.
8.Spoiler: We're as Confused as You Are
8.1
10-09-202619 min
After being thrust into a world that is perpetually at war, Stuart must complete his mission before he and the rest of the gang can flee to safety.
9.Spoiler: We Couldn't Get Green Lantern
8.1
17-09-202618 min
After finding themselves trapped in a comic book, Stuart, Denise, Bert, and Kripke must enlist the help of a superhero – and avoid a supervillain!
10.Spoiler: Filmed Before a Live Studio Audience
8.3
24-09-202618 min
The gang suddenly finds themselves back in the comic book store – but where is that laughter coming from?

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