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Tracy Morgan's New Show Dominates Ratings
11 Mar
Summary
- Reggie Dinkins premiere drew 5.8 million viewers, a new NBC comedy record.
- The show's premiere views surpassed 13 million across all platforms.
- Peacock's most-watched comedy episode is Reggie Dinkins' second offering.
The comedy series "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins," starring Tracy Morgan, has emerged as a significant hit on NBC. Co-created by Robert Carlock and Sam Means, the show follows a former athlete whose career imploded. The premiere episode, airing in a post-NFL slot, garnered an impressive 5.8 million Live + Same Day viewers, achieving a 1.4 demo rating in the 18-49 demographic. This marked NBC's most successful comedy series premiere in three years.
Further solidifying its success, the premiere episode has accumulated nearly 13 million views across delayed viewing, time-slot repeats, and Peacock streaming within its first 50 days, representing a viewership increase of over 100%. While subsequent episodes in regular Monday night slots have seen viewership decline from the premiere's peak, they remain competitive. The second episode, "Nittany Means Big," has become Peacock's top-rated comedy episode of the 2025-2026 season, exceeding 3 million views.
Despite a natural dip in live viewership, "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins" is being hailed as a must-watch. The article stresses the importance of continued audience engagement, especially through streaming on Peacock, to ensure the show's renewal. The series is praised for its witty writing and strong performances, positioning it as a standout comedy on network television.
