The Land’ Trailer: Christopher Meloni and Mandy Moore Star in Hulu’s NFL Drama from ‘This Is Us’ Creator

Cleveland Browns Face Family Drama in Hulu Trailer for Dan Fogelman Series ‘The Land’

Hulu has released the official trailer for The Land, a new NFL family drama centered on a fictionalized version of the Cleveland Browns. Created by Dan Fogelman, the series is scheduled to premiere on Monday, Feb. 15, on Hulu and Disney+, arriving immediately after the Super Bowl. The first two episodes drop at 6 p.m. ET, with subsequent episodes airing weekly.

The plot follows Cleveland Browns head coach Danny Roarke, played by Christopher Meloni, as he faces mounting pressure after several disappointing seasons. Roarke’s career hinges on a newly drafted Ohio State quarterback who happens to be his son, played by Sam Corlett. Meanwhile, team owner Hal Durkin, portrayed by William H. Macy, must decide which of his two daughters will inherit control of the franchise. According to the official synopsis, the high-stakes narrative explores front-office politics and familial tension as a demanding fan base pushes for immediate victories.

Production Background and Star-Studded Cast

Dan Fogelman, best known for creating the six-season NBC drama This Is Us and Fox’s baseball series Pitch, serves as the creator, writer, and executive producer of The Land.

The ensemble cast features Christopher Meloni as head coach Danny Roarke, William H. Macy as team owner Hal Durkin, Sam Corlett as the rookie quarterback and coach’s son, and Mandy Moore.

Fact-Checking the Fictional Franchise Dynamics

While the series focuses on the Cleveland Browns, the premise does not reflect actual franchise history. No father-son coach-and-player duo has ever existed in Browns history. The closest real-life parallel occurred in 2013 when Norv Turner served as offensive coordinator while his son, Scott Turner, worked as wide receivers coach. Real-life Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam share two daughters, Whitney and Cynthia, and a son, J.B., with Whitney and her husband JW Johnson primarily involved in the sports side of the family business through the Haslam Sports Group.

Streaming Details and International Availability

Viewers in the United States can stream The Land on Hulu and via the Hulu on Disney+ bundle, while international audiences can watch the series directly on Disney+. The opening night features a two-episode premiere at 6 p.m. ET on Feb. 15, with individual episodes rolling out weekly.

Unresolved Questions Surrounding the Plot

The network has not clarified whether the fictionalized front-office succession battle will mirror specific off-field dynamics within modern NFL ownership groups.