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NBC’s ‘The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins’ Draws Strong Early Reviews After Premiere

Critics highlight rapid-fire jokes, strong ensemble, softer satirical edge.

Overview

  • The 10-episode mockumentary premiered Feb. 23 on NBC, with episodes streaming the next day on Peacock.
  • Tracy Morgan plays a disgraced former NFL running back seeking image rehab through a documentary directed by Daniel Radcliffe’s fallen auteur.
  • Early reviews praise Morgan’s lead turn, his odd-couple chemistry with Radcliffe, and the show’s punchline-dense rhythm in the 30 Rock tradition.
  • Creators Robert Carlock and Sam Means return with Tina Fey as executive producer, and showrunners confirm Easter eggs linking the series to the 30 Rock universe.
  • Critics note the satire leans light on topics like sports gambling and athlete redemption, even as guest stars including Craig Robinson, Ronny Chieng, Megan Thee Stallion, Heidi Gardner and Anna Camp add punch.