HBO's 'Mountainhead': A Hilarious Look at Power and Cognitive Dissonance

HBO's 'Mountainhead': A Character Study of Power and Dissonance Los Angeles, CA – May 31, 2025 – HBO's upcoming series, Mountainhead, is generating significant buzz before its February 2026 release. The show stars Jason Schwartzman, Ramy Youssef, and Cory Michael Smith, who recently sat down for an interview to discuss the series' themes and their experiences filming it. The actors described Mountainhead as "a character study on power." Ramy Youssef elaborated, stating, "It's a character study on power, which is something that I do think that Jesse Armstrong is obviously very good at." The series explores the concept of cognitive dissonance, the mental discomfort experienced when holding conflicting beliefs. Schwartzman added, "It's kind of this look at cognitive dissonance that we all experience, where you turn your brain off to some part of the world and what's happening." The interview provided a glimpse into the show's unique perspective on power dynamics and the psychological complexities of its characters. The lighthearted tone of the interview suggests that while the themes are serious, the show itself will be engaging and entertaining. Mountainhead is sure to be a captivating and thought-provoking addition to HBO's programming lineup.