AceShowbiz - The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, starring Daniel Radcliffe, has officially been renewed for a second season by NBC. The announcement comes shortly after the first season’s finale aired on April 13, 2026, confirming that the show will continue its run following a successful debut earlier this year.

Daniel Radcliffe is widely recognized for his iconic role as Harry Potter in the film series, but his recent career has showcased a variety of diverse and unconventional roles. His performances have ranged from the quirky Manny in Swiss Army Man to portraying Weird Al Yankovic in the parody biopic Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. He also starred in the comedy anthology series Miracle Workers as the angel Craig Bog and other characters. On stage, Radcliffe has earned critical acclaim, winning a Tony Award for his role in the musical revival of Merrily We Roll Along and receiving a Tony nomination for the solo play Every Brilliant Thing.

In The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, Radcliffe plays Arthur Tobin, a documentarian hired to rehabilitate the image of former NFL player Reggie Dinkins, played by Tracy Morgan. The show adopts a mockumentary style, blending comedy with a narrative centered on the redemption arc of a disgraced sports figure. The first season consisted of ten episodes, premiering on January 18, 2026, and immediately garnered strong ratings, with the debut episode attracting 14 million viewers.

Among adults aged 18 to 49, the show achieved the highest ratings of any new comedy series during the 2025-2026 broadcast season, making it a standout success for NBC. The critical response has been overwhelmingly positive, with the series earning a "Certified Fresh" 100% score on review aggregator sites based on 34 critic reviews. Audience scores are slightly lower at 73%, but still reflect a favorable reception for a new series.

Alongside Radcliffe and Morgan, the main cast features Erika Alexander as Monica, Reggie’s ex-wife, manager, and agent; Precious Way as Brina, Reggie’s fiancée; Jalyn Hall as Carmelo, Reggie and Monica’s son; and Bobby Moynihan as Rusty, Reggie’s former teammate and best friend. The series also boasts a number of notable guest stars, including Megan Thee Stallion, Craig Robinson, Anna Camp, Heidi Gardner, Ronny Chieng, and Corbin Bernsen, who add variety and depth to the storyline throughout the season.

The show was created by Robert Carlock and Sam Means, both of whom have strong comedy credentials. Carlock is known for his work as co-showrunner on NBC’s 30 Rock and for co-creating and co-showrunning Netflix’s Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Sam Means also contributed as a writer to Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Additionally, Tina Fey, Carlock’s former co-showrunner on 30 Rock, serves as an executive producer on the series alongside the creators. Tracy Morgan also holds an executive producer credit and brings his experience from his time on 30 Rock to the project.

NBC’s renewal of The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins adds to a strong lineup of returning series for the 2026-2027 season. Other renewed shows include the long-running Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, and Chicago P.D. franchises, as well as newer series like Happy’s Place and St. Denis Medical, both returning for their third seasons. The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins stands out as a fresh addition, having premiered only earlier in 2026.

The combination of strong ratings, critical acclaim, and a talented ensemble cast positions The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins as a promising comedy for NBC’s upcoming schedule. Fans can look forward to the continuation of Arthur Tobin’s journey and more comedic storytelling in the forthcoming second season.