'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins' has arrived on NBC, and the remaining episodes are scheduled to arrive from February 23, 2026. Let's see if the pilot episode leaves a positive impression.
The pilot episode of The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins is out now on NBC. It premiered on January 18, 2026. The show created headlines ever since it entered the development stage last year, and the cast members include popular faces like Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe.
The new series marks another collaboration between Tracy Morgan and Tina Fey. The duo previously worked on 30 Rock, one of the longest-running sitcoms. Moreover, Daniel Radcliffe said in a recent interview that he knew nothing about his character in the show, adding that he was only aware of the fact that the producers created an “English character” that was linked to big films and “blue screen stuff.”
While Rhys Thomas serves as the director, Robert Carlock and Sam Means have written the pilot episode. With the remaining episodes scheduled to air between February 23, 2026, and April 13, 2026, let’s see if the show has the potential to keep audiences engaged in the upcoming weeks.
The main premise of the show focuses on 'Reggie Dinkins,' portrayed by Tracy Morgan, who approaches a filmmaker named 'Arthur Tobbin,' played by Daniel Radcliffe. 'Reggie' used to be a popular figure in the world of football, and he intends to return to his old position with the help of 'Arthur.' However, the journey brings other challenges for 'Reggie.'
Considering that this is a pilot episode, viewers cannot expect something big to happen so early. But it is the pairing of Tracy and Daniel that works on screen. The characters are given a proper introduction. Apart from them, Erika Alexander also leaves an impression. The other characters do not get enough scope to shine, with the possibility that the upcoming episodes might include more material featuring them.
Despite featuring a character who is working hard to go on top once again, the writers have added comedy sequences that grab attention from the beginning. The jokes are blended perfectly into the proceedings while the characters are introduced one after another. Daniel Radcliffe’s comedy timing comes as a surprise since he matches the energy of Tracy Morgan, who is an expert when it comes to making audiences laugh.
The lead characters in The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins are dealing with a similar problem. Gambling is the main reason why 'Reggie Dinkins' lost his popularity as a football star. Following his ban from football, 'Reggie’s' team does not win the Super Bowl. The same thing can be said for 'Arthur Tobin,' whose breakdown on the set of a shelved film impacts his career. The circumstances leading to the downfall of the characters are very common in today’s world.
Considering the main plot, both characters would help each other to climb back to the top. This raises curiosity about what will happen in the upcoming episodes. Being a filmmaker, 'Arthur' has his own way of making a documentary, and 'Reggie' is seemingly ready to do anything to change his existing image among the public. Now it remains to be seen whether the characters’ struggle for a comeback will lead to any conflict between them.
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