The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins Season 1: Tracy Morgan’s New NBC Comedy Is Arriving Earlier Than Expected

Surprise drop in energy.

The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins Season 1 is premiering sooner than previously announced, and NBC is clearly betting big on its return-to-form comedy starring Tracy Morgan.

Originally developed under the working title The Untitled Tracy Morgan Project, the series now has a confirmed rollout—and it’s launching with a high-profile lead-in straight out of NFL playoff coverage.

Early Premiere Date and Broadcast Schedule Explained

NBC and Peacock revealed that The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins will debut Sunday, January 18 at 10:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. PT, immediately following coverage of the NFL playoff game between the Los Angeles Rams and Chicago Bears.

Here’s how the rollout breaks down:

• January 18 – Series premiere airs after NFL playoff coverage

• February 23 (8:00 p.m. ET/PT) – Encore episode

• February 23 (8:30 p.m. ET/PT) – Brand-new episode

• March 2 onward – Moves to its regular Monday timeslot at 8:30 p.m. ET

The strategy is clear: maximum exposure first, consistency later.

Tracy Morgan Returns to NBC Comedy

The series marks a major homecoming for Tracy Morgan, returning to NBC after his iconic runs on Saturday Night Live and 30 Rock. This time, Morgan stars as Reggie Dinkins, a disgraced former football player trying to reclaim public approval—and personal dignity.

Behind the scenes, the creative pedigree is just as strong. The show is created by:

• Tina Fey

• Robert Carlock

• Sam Means

Fey also serves as executive producer, reuniting with Morgan yet again in a collaboration NBC knows audiences trust.

What Is The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins About?

The comedy centers on Reggie Dinkins, a once-beloved football star whose public downfall has left his reputation—and family relationships—in ruins.

Determined to rebuild his image, Reggie teams up with Arthur Tobin, an award-winning filmmaker played by Daniel Radcliffe, to document his comeback. But image control proves harder than expected.

To truly rise again, Reggie must confront:

• His own past mistakes

• The people he disappointed along the way

• The uncomfortable gap between who he was and who he wants to be

The show blends sports satire, celebrity culture, and character-driven comedy, with redemption—not fame—at its emotional core.

Cast and Characters

Season 1 features a strong ensemble alongside Morgan:

• Tracy Morgan as Reggie Dinkins

• Daniel Radcliffe as Arthur Tobin

• Erika Alexander as Monica

• Bobby Moynihan as Gator

• Precious Way as Brina

• Jalyn Hall as Carmelo

Radcliffe’s involvement, in particular, signals the show’s willingness to balance absurd comedy with grounded character moments.

Why NBC Is Positioning This as a Tentpole Comedy

NBC isn’t quietly rolling this one out. A post-NFL premiere, a stacked creative team, and a recognizable lead all point to Reggie Dinkins being a key part of the network’s 2025–26 midseason comedy lineup.

More importantly, the premise allows Morgan to do what he does best—big, fearless comedy—while still anchoring the series in emotional stakes that go beyond punchlines.

Release Details at a Glance

• Title: The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins

• Season: 1

• Genre: Sports Comedy / Sitcom

• Network: NBC

• Streaming: Peacock

• Premiere: January 18 (post-NFL)

• Regular Timeslot: Mondays at 8:30 p.m. ET starting March 2

The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins looks like a calculated swing from NBC: put Tracy Morgan front and center, surround him with proven comedy minds, and launch with maximum visibility.

If the series delivers on its promise—sharp satire, redemption arcs, and Morgan in full command—it could become one of the network’s most talked-about new comedies of the season.

And with that surprise early premiere, NBC clearly wants audiences watching right now.