Tracy Morgan Returns to TV with The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins: A Comedy Series by the Team Behind 30 Rock
Tracy Morgan is making a comeback with a new NBC comedy series called The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, created by the team behind 30 Rock. In this show, Morgan plays Reggie Dinkins, a former NFL player banned from the league for betting on his own games. The series promises to deliver laughs and nostalgic moments reminiscent of Morgan's previous character, Tracy Jordan, from 30 Rock. The collaboration between Morgan and the writers, including Tina Fey, Sam Means, and Robert Carlock, ensures a familiar and humorous tone throughout the show.
The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins introduces a fresh concept with a new cast, featuring Daniel Radcliffe as Arthur Tobin, a documentarian following Reggie's journey to redemption. Erika Alexander plays Monica, Reggie's ex-wife and business manager, while Precious Way, Jalyn Hall, and Bobby Moynihan also join the ensemble. Despite high expectations from fans of 30 Rock, Morgan's primary goal is to entertain viewers with the same level of humor he enjoyed growing up watching television.
Morgan's collaboration with Fey, Carlock, and Means aims to recreate the success they achieved with 30 Rock by delivering a comedic and engaging series. The actor's desire is for audiences to disconnect from their phones and enjoy classic television humor, reminiscent of shows like Archie Bunker and Good Times. With the support of his trusted team of producers, Morgan is optimistic about the show's potential success and hopes lightning strikes twice in the same place.
The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins premieres on NBC on Monday, February 23, at 8/7c, with episodes available for streaming on Peacock the following day. Peacock offers two subscription options: Premium with ads for $10.99/month and Premium Plus ad-free for $16.99/month. Subscribing to an annual plan can provide savings, with prices starting at $109.99 for Premium and $169.99 for Premium Plus. Additionally, Peacock Premium Plus is accessible through Prime Video with a seven-day free trial not available through direct Peacock subscriptions.