‘Big Bang Theory’ Alum Joins Spinoff ‘Stuart Fails To Save The Universe’
The upcoming spinoff 'Stuart Fails To Save The Universe' features a cameo by Wil Wheaton, a familiar face from 'The Big Bang Theory.' The series follows comic book store owner Stuart Bloom as he attempts to restore reality after a mishap with a device created by Sheldon and Leonard. Premiering in July on HBO Max, the show is produced by Chuck Lorre Productions and features original music by Danny Elfman.
- ▪Wil Wheaton makes a cameo appearance in the new spinoff 'Stuart Fails To Save The Universe.'
- ▪The series centers on Stuart Bloom, who must fix a multiverse crisis caused by a broken device.
- ▪The spinoff is produced by Chuck Lorre Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
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From left: Brian Posehn, Kevin Sussman and Lauren Lapkus in 'Stuart Fails to Save The Universe' Colin Remas Brown/HBO Max We’re getting a first glimpse of another Big Bang Theory alum in the upcoming spinoff Stuart Fails To Save the Universe. Wil Wheaton, who recurred as a heightened version of himself in the mothership series, makes a very quick cameo appearance in a new sizzle reel released Sunday by HBO Max. At the 0:30 mark, he flashes by, appearing inside Stuart’s comic book store, apparently firing an energy blast at Stuart, Denise, Bert, and Kripke. You can watch the clip below. Wheaton appeared in 17 episodes in seasons 3 through 12.
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