‘The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins’ Pilot Ratings: 13 Million Viewers
The debut episode of “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins” has taken the television world by storm, attracting nearly 13 million viewers since its premiere. The pilot, which aired on NBC on Jan. 18, initially drew in an impressive 5.8 million viewers, making it the most-watched comedy telecast of the 2025-2026 broadcast season. The show benefited from a strong lead-in with NFL coverage, following the playoff game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Chicago Bears. However, the show’s popularity has continued to grow even after its premiere, with a total viewership increase of over 100% when accounting for delayed viewing on Peacock and other digital platforms in the 50 days since its release.
The success of the show has only continued to climb with Episode 2, titled “Nittany Means Big,” becoming Peacock’s most-watched comedy episode of the current season. While the exact viewership numbers are not known, the show has clearly struck a chord with audiences.
Starring Tracy Morgan as a “disgraced former football star on a mission to rehabilitate his image with the help of award-winning filmmaker Arthur Tobin, played by Daniel Radcliffe,” the series follows Reggie Dinkins as he tries to regain the admiration of his fans and the respect of his family by confronting the ghosts of his past. The talented cast also includes Erika Alexander, Bobby Moynihan, Precious Way, and Jalyn Hall.
Created by Robert Carlock and Sam Means, the show is executive produced by Tina Fey, Tracy Morgan, Eric Gurian, and David Miner. Produced by a team of production companies including Universal Television, Little Stranger, Inc., 3 Arts Entertainment, Bevel Gears, Means End Productions, and Streetlife Productions, Inc., “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins” has quickly become a standout in the comedy genre.
With its compelling storyline, talented cast, and impressive viewership numbers, “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins” is sure to continue making waves in the television industry. Fans can catch new episodes on Peacock and other digital platforms as the series unfolds.
