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Rockford Files Reboot: Boreanaz Takes the Wheel!
5 Nov
Summary
- David Boreanaz stars in the new Rockford Files reboot.
- The show premieres January 2nd, moving to Thursdays.
- Fans can call a special hotline for show updates.
A fresh take on the beloved "The Rockford Files" is set to premiere, starring David Boreanaz as the titular private investigator. The reboot will debut on Saturday, January 2nd, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, following an NFL telecast. Viewers can also stream the premiere the next day on Peacock.
The show will then transition to its regular Thursday 8 p.m. ET/PT timeslot starting January 7th. In a nod to the original, a Jim Rockford hotline has been launched, allowing fans to hear from Boreanaz and receive text updates.
The logline describes a newly paroled Rockford using his wit in Los Angeles, quickly attracting the attention of law enforcement and organized crime. The cast includes Michaela McManus, Ilfenesh Hadera, and Jacki Weaver, with Mike Daniels serving as writer and executive producer.
The original "Rockford Files," which aired from 1974 to 1980 starring James Garner, spawned over 120 episodes and several TV movies. This new iteration aims to capture the charm and investigative spirit of the classic series.
