Universal Basic Guys Season 2: Release date news, cast, streaming details and more about the American sitcom

Universal Basic Guys (Image Via: Hulu)
Universal Basic Guys (Image Via: Hulu)

Universal Basic Guys Season 2 is officially on the way, and fans couldn't be more excited. The animated sitcom about two brothers figuring life on a monthly Universal Basic Income check has already won a seat in FOX's animation lineup, and the buzz around its comeback is real and the second season starts off on September 28, 2025, airing Sunday nights at 8:30 PM ET/PT.

So, what exactly can fans expect? A confirmed release date, a returning cast full of fan favorites, and a fresh spot on streaming.


Release date & cast: Everything we know so far for Universal Basic Guys Season 2

The wait is almost over. Universal Basic Guys Season 2 makes its release on September 28, 2025, right in FOX's classic Sunday night block. That alone speaks volumes about how much faith and belief the network has in the Hoagie brothers and their adventures. What's even crazier is that Season 3 has already been confirmed, so it is a safe bet to say that the show isn't going anywhere anytime soon.

Universal Basic Guys | (Image Via: Throwback Toons, YouTube)
Universal Basic Guys | (Image Via: Throwback Toons, YouTube)

When it comes to the cast members, the main voices we fell in love with are sticking around this time as well. Adam Malamut will be voicing both Mark and Hank Hoagies, the unlucky factory workers turned beneficiaries of free government cash.

Talia Genevieve is once again back as Tammy Hoagies, Fred Armisen is David Jinglebell, and Ally Maki is Andrea Jinglebells. Now, when you add in Tommy Pope as Steve DelVecchio and Brandon Wardell as Darren, you've got a cast that fans have already come to love.

Sony Pictures Television Studios president Katherine Pope also shared her excitement about Universal Basic Guys Season 2 by saying;

"We are incredibly proud of Adam and Craig and their work on 'Universal Basic Guys.' We couldn't be happier that their show has already received a Season 2 pick-up from our fantastic partners at Fox...And we can't wait for audiences to experience this 'woodershed' moment."

Streaming details: Where to catch Universal Basic Guys Season 2

If you're wondering where to watch/stream Universal Basic Guys Season 2, FOX has kept it simple. New episodes will be released weekly on Sunday nights at 8:30 PM EST, and for those of you who can't keep up with weekly TV, there's no need to stress.

Universal Basic Guys | (Image Via: Throwback Toons, YouTube)
Universal Basic Guys | (Image Via: Throwback Toons, YouTube)

The sitcom will also be released on Hulu the very next day, starting September 29, 2025. That means whether you're a TV loyalist or a streaming fan, you'll have no trouble keeping up with the schedule of the show.

FOX has been leaning hard into animated originals recently, stacking its lineup with shows like Grimsburg and Krapopolis alongside long-time and other iconic shows like The Simpsons & Family Guy.

Universal Basic Guys Season 2 also earned its renewal precisely because of how fast the fans of the show connected with the absurd but relatable premise.

It's not every day you see a sitcom where automation, unemployment, and a government stipend are all talked about so openly with absurdity in the middle. Pair that with fast-paced writing and characters who feel straight out of your neighborhood, and you've got the makings of a binge-worthy hit.

So, whether you plan to tune in live or prefer catching it on Hulu the next day, Universal Basic Guys Season 2 is set up to be more accessible than ever.


More about the show: What makes it stand out

At the very core, Universal Basic Guys Season 2 is about family, identity, and what happens when life throws you off balance. Mark and Hank Hoagies losing their factory jobs to automation is not just humorous; It's an absurd satire that is rooted in reality.

Universal Basic Guys | (Image Via: Throwback Toons, YouTube)
Universal Basic Guys | (Image Via: Throwback Toons, YouTube)

The idea of suddenly being given $3,000 a month and having to figure out what to do with your time has struck a chord with audiences. It's both hilarious and surprisingly relatable, making it clear why FOX jumped at giving the show such an early renewal.

Michael Thorn, President of Scripted Programming at FOX, summed it up best when he said;

"With Universal Basic Guys, the Hoagies brothers join FOX's iconic lineup of undaunted, irreverent and absurdly outrageous characters. From episode one of this terrific new comedy, Adam and Craig Malamut turn the Hoagies' everyday life on its head in such an original way that we immediately ordered a second season."

Another thing setting the show apart is the team behind it. Adam and Craig Malamut, best known for Sports Friends and Game of Zones, bring their offbeat humor to every episode.

Universal Basic Guys Season one had Dan Lagana as showrunner, while Season 2 shifts gears with Rob Rosell, who's worked on Dave and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. With that kind of comedic pedigree steering the series, the tone remains sharp, weird, and endlessly quotable.

It's not just about laughs, though. The show sneaks in commentary on job loss, technology, and what it means to find purpose when you feel replaceable. That mix of humor and social bite is exactly why Universal Basic Guys Season 2 is one of the most anticipated animated sitcoms of the year.

As Mark and Hank Hoagies deal with losing their jobs to automation, Universal Basic Guys Season 2 offers a satirical look at family, identity, and overcoming life's challenges through ridiculous yet realistic humour.


Universal Basic Guys Season 2 is shaping up to be bigger, sharper, and just as unpredictable as fans hoped. With a confirmed September 28, 2025, premiere date, the original cast returning, streaming options locked in, and showrunners who know how to land both jokes and heart, the sitcom is ready to solidify its place in FOX's animated universe.

For fans of offbeat humor and relatable chaos, season two promises to deliver a lot more than just laughs, and it's about to become appointment television.


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Edited by Zainab Shaikh