Network: NBC
Episodes: 20 (half-hour)
Seasons: Two
TV show dates: February 16, 2021 -- January 31, 2022
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Kenan Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane.
TV show description:
A single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show follows a widower who balances his role as a father of two young girls with the pressures of his high-profile career. As he tries to move on, his friends and family all have strong opinions on the best way to live his life.
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Episodes: 20 (half-hour)
Seasons: Two
TV show dates: February 16, 2021 -- January 31, 2022
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Kenan Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane.
TV show description:
A single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show follows a widower who balances his role as a father of two young girls with the pressures of his high-profile career. As he tries to move on, his friends and family all have strong opinions on the best way to live his life.
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- 5/13/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Will it be clear skies for the second season of the Kenan TV show on NBC? As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like Kenan is cancelled or renewed for season three. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustrated when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we invite you to rate all of the second season episodes of Kenan here. Status Update Below.
An NBC single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, Dannah Lane, Taylor Louderman and Don Johnson. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable...
An NBC single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, Dannah Lane, Taylor Louderman and Don Johnson. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable...
- 5/13/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Last season, Kenan was a middle-of-the-road performer in the ratings for NBC. Will the numbers improve this time around? Will Kenan be cancelled or renewed for season three? Stay tuned. Status Update Below.
A single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, Dannah Lane, Taylor Louderman and Don Johnson. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a single dad and host his Atlanta-based talk show. This leads Kenan to reluctantly accept help from his father-in-law, Rick (Johnson), but their parenting styles aren't exactly a match. At work, Kenan excels at his job -- with the help...
A single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, Dannah Lane, Taylor Louderman and Don Johnson. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a single dad and host his Atlanta-based talk show. This leads Kenan to reluctantly accept help from his father-in-law, Rick (Johnson), but their parenting styles aren't exactly a match. At work, Kenan excels at his job -- with the help...
- 5/13/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
It looks like Kenan Thompson won't need to do double duty on NBC any longer. The longtime Saturday Night Live performer's sitcom, Kenan, has been cancelled so we won't see a third season on the peacock network. The second season of 10 episodes finished airing in late January.
A single-camera comedy series, the Kenan TV show stars Thompson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, Dannah Lane, Taylor Louderman, and Don Johnson. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a single dad and host his Atlanta-based talk show. This leads Kenan to reluctantly accept help from his father-in-law, Rick (Johnson), but their parenting styles...
A single-camera comedy series, the Kenan TV show stars Thompson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, Dannah Lane, Taylor Louderman, and Don Johnson. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a single dad and host his Atlanta-based talk show. This leads Kenan to reluctantly accept help from his father-in-law, Rick (Johnson), but their parenting styles...
- 5/13/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Kenan Thompson’s comedy “Kenan” has been canceled after two seasons by NBC, Variety has learned.
Starring Thompson and produced by “Saturday Night Live” boss Lorne Michaels, “Kenan” follows the life of busy single dad Kenan Williams (Thompson), who is juggling a high-profile job as host of Atlanta morning show “Wake Up With Kenan!” He’s also raising two adorable pre-teen daughters — the too smart Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly, unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). As Kenan moves on from the loss of his wife a year earlier, his live-in father-in-law Rick (Don Johnson), his brother/manager/roommate Gary (Chris Redd) and his colorful co-workers all have strong opinions on the best way for him to live his life.
Along with Thompson, Dani and Dannah Lane, Don Johnson and Redd, “Kenan” stars Kimrie Lewis and Taylor Louderman.
During its second season, “Kenan” has averaged a 0.4 rating among adults 18-49 and 2.4 million total viewers,...
Starring Thompson and produced by “Saturday Night Live” boss Lorne Michaels, “Kenan” follows the life of busy single dad Kenan Williams (Thompson), who is juggling a high-profile job as host of Atlanta morning show “Wake Up With Kenan!” He’s also raising two adorable pre-teen daughters — the too smart Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly, unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). As Kenan moves on from the loss of his wife a year earlier, his live-in father-in-law Rick (Don Johnson), his brother/manager/roommate Gary (Chris Redd) and his colorful co-workers all have strong opinions on the best way for him to live his life.
Along with Thompson, Dani and Dannah Lane, Don Johnson and Redd, “Kenan” stars Kimrie Lewis and Taylor Louderman.
During its second season, “Kenan” has averaged a 0.4 rating among adults 18-49 and 2.4 million total viewers,...
- 5/12/2022
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Mr. Mayor just lost its bid for reelection. And Kenan has had its last laugh.
NBC on Thursday cancelled both sitcoms after two seasons, TVLine has confirmed.
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Meanwhile, as also reported on Thursday, NBC pulled the plug on The Endgame after one season, and renewed American Auto, Young Rock and Grand Crew.
In its second season, Mr. Mayor has shed nearly half of its already minuscule numbers, averaging just 2.4 million total weekly viewers and a 0.4 demo rating — and its May 3 episode hit series lows in both measures.
NBC on Thursday cancelled both sitcoms after two seasons, TVLine has confirmed.
More from TVLineThe Endgame Cancelled at NBCYoung Rock, Grand Crew RenewedAmerican Auto Renewed for Season 2
Meanwhile, as also reported on Thursday, NBC pulled the plug on The Endgame after one season, and renewed American Auto, Young Rock and Grand Crew.
In its second season, Mr. Mayor has shed nearly half of its already minuscule numbers, averaging just 2.4 million total weekly viewers and a 0.4 demo rating — and its May 3 episode hit series lows in both measures.
- 5/12/2022
- by Dave Nemetz and Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Vulture Watch
Can Kenan continue to juggle his professional and personal lives? Has the Kenan TV show been cancelled or renewed for a third season on NBC? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Kenan, season three. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the NBC television network, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, Dannah Lane, Taylor Louderman and Don Johnson. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to...
Can Kenan continue to juggle his professional and personal lives? Has the Kenan TV show been cancelled or renewed for a third season on NBC? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Kenan, season three. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the NBC television network, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, Dannah Lane, Taylor Louderman and Don Johnson. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to...
- 12/17/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
NBC will air original episodes of all five of its comedy series — returning shows Young Rock, Kenan and Mr. Mayor – and new series Grand Crew and American Auto — during the week of December 13, ahead of their regular 2022 season premieres. The standalone holiday specials were initially announced in May before Grand Crew and American Auto had been given series orders.
Young Rock, Kenan and Mr. Mayor will return December 15 for holiday-inspired special episodes before their second season premieres in the new year.
New comedy American Auto, from Superstore executive produce Justin Spitzer, – will air its first two episodes in a special preview on Monday, December 13 at 10 p.m. following a live two-hour telecast of The Voice. Then, on Tuesday, December 14 from 8-9 p.m., Grand Crew – from Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Insecure writer Phil Augusta Jackson – will preview its first two episodes as well. Both will be available on digital platforms leading...
Young Rock, Kenan and Mr. Mayor will return December 15 for holiday-inspired special episodes before their second season premieres in the new year.
New comedy American Auto, from Superstore executive produce Justin Spitzer, – will air its first two episodes in a special preview on Monday, December 13 at 10 p.m. following a live two-hour telecast of The Voice. Then, on Tuesday, December 14 from 8-9 p.m., Grand Crew – from Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Insecure writer Phil Augusta Jackson – will preview its first two episodes as well. Both will be available on digital platforms leading...
- 11/3/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Comedian Kenan Thompson has set a record for being the longest-tenured cast member in the history of the long-running Saturday Night Live series. Now, he's starring in his own NBC sitcom -- will it also be successful? Will Kenan be cancelled or renewed for season two? Stay tuned. Status Update Below.
A single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show stars Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a single dad and host his Atlanta-based talk show. This leads Kenan to reluctantly accept help from his father-in-law, Rick (Johnson), but their parenting styles aren't exactly a match. At work,...
A single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show stars Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a single dad and host his Atlanta-based talk show. This leads Kenan to reluctantly accept help from his father-in-law, Rick (Johnson), but their parenting styles aren't exactly a match. At work,...
- 5/1/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Will this single-dad find a new love in the first season of the Kenan TV show on NBC? As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like Kenan is cancelled or renewed for season two. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustrated when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we invite you to rate all of the first season episodes of Kenan here. Status Update Below.
An NBC single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly...
An NBC single-camera comedy, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly...
- 5/1/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Kenan's friends and family will have a lot more to say about his life in the 2021-22 television season. NBC has renewed the Kenan sitcom for a second year.
A single-camera comedy series, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a single dad and host his Atlanta-based talk show. This leads Kenan to reluctantly accept help from his father-in-law, Rick (Johnson), but their parenting styles aren't exactly a match. At work, Kenan excels at his job -- with the help of his driven executive...
A single-camera comedy series, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a single dad and host his Atlanta-based talk show. This leads Kenan to reluctantly accept help from his father-in-law, Rick (Johnson), but their parenting styles aren't exactly a match. At work, Kenan excels at his job -- with the help of his driven executive...
- 5/1/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Vulture Watch
Can Kenan get help that he actually needs? Has the Kenan TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on NBC? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Kenan, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the NBC television network, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a...
Can Kenan get help that he actually needs? Has the Kenan TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on NBC? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Kenan, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the NBC television network, the Kenan TV show stars Kenan Thompson, Don Johnson, Chris Redd, Kimrie Lewis, Dani Lane, and Dannah Lane. In the story, Kenan Williams (Thompson) is trying to reclaim his life following his wife’s death. Kenan’s two daughters are his world – the very intelligent Aubrey (Dani Lane) and the silly and unpredictable Birdie (Dannah Lane). He struggles to parent them as a...
- 2/19/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Kenan Thompson, who currently holds the record as the longest-running Saturday Night Live cast member, brings his abounding charisma to the aptly titled Kenan. The NBC series stars the beloved comedian as a recently widowed dad trying to raise his daughters Aubrey (Dani Lane) and Birdie (Dannah Lane) alongside his father-in-law Rick (played by Don Johnson) and brother Gary (Chris Redd).
Tuesday’s debut finds the titular character still struggling to juggle his job as an on-air host and a full house in the wake of his wife Cori’s (Niccole Thurman) death. The episode begins with the sweet image...
Tuesday’s debut finds the titular character still struggling to juggle his job as an on-air host and a full house in the wake of his wife Cori’s (Niccole Thurman) death. The episode begins with the sweet image...
- 2/17/2021
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
NBC has announced some more premiere dates, and they include the return of some beloved fan-favorites.
Manifest Season 3 is headed to Thursdays. The high-concept drama, which spent its first two seasons on Mondays, will return to the air on April 1 in the 8/7c slot.
This means that Superstore's sixth -- and final -- season, and the freshman season of Mr. Mayor, will have wrapped their runs by that point.
“While the Stone family endeavors to keep their friends safe and make their enemies believe the unbelievable, new challenges will test their trust of the callings and each other,” the description for Manifest teases.
“But sticking together is more important than ever, because no matter what happens, it’s all connected.”
Law & Order: Svu will remain in the 9/8c time-period, but its Christopher Meloni-led spinoff, Organized Crime, will launch April 1, in the 10/9c slot.
This night also marks a crossover between the two shows,...
Manifest Season 3 is headed to Thursdays. The high-concept drama, which spent its first two seasons on Mondays, will return to the air on April 1 in the 8/7c slot.
This means that Superstore's sixth -- and final -- season, and the freshman season of Mr. Mayor, will have wrapped their runs by that point.
“While the Stone family endeavors to keep their friends safe and make their enemies believe the unbelievable, new challenges will test their trust of the callings and each other,” the description for Manifest teases.
“But sticking together is more important than ever, because no matter what happens, it’s all connected.”
Law & Order: Svu will remain in the 9/8c time-period, but its Christopher Meloni-led spinoff, Organized Crime, will launch April 1, in the 10/9c slot.
This night also marks a crossover between the two shows,...
- 2/4/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Kenan Thompson’s NBC Sitcom Will Represent ‘Progressive Ideologies’ – But Don’t Expect a BLM Episode
Kenan Thompson doesn’t expect his new NBC sitcom that (finally) premieres in a few weeks to get too overtly political, despite centering on a Black family. But the show, set in Atlanta, will definitely have a progressive slant.
“I don’t think we’re getting too political necessarily, but we definitely touch on kind of the mentality where we think everybody should be as far as like, how the jokes are and what a lot of the punch lines are,” Thompson said Tuesday during a virtual TCA panel for the series. “We don’t necessarily have to have a Black Lives Matter episode necessarily. But we do want to show you know, a nice strong African American cast and a strong African American cast in a professional setting.”
Later in the panel, Thompson expanded on the show’s political leanings by saying that it will be reflected naturally through...
“I don’t think we’re getting too political necessarily, but we definitely touch on kind of the mentality where we think everybody should be as far as like, how the jokes are and what a lot of the punch lines are,” Thompson said Tuesday during a virtual TCA panel for the series. “We don’t necessarily have to have a Black Lives Matter episode necessarily. But we do want to show you know, a nice strong African American cast and a strong African American cast in a professional setting.”
Later in the panel, Thompson expanded on the show’s political leanings by saying that it will be reflected naturally through...
- 1/27/2021
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Don Johnson and Saturday Night Live‘s Chris Redd are set to co-star opposite SNL veteran Kenan Thompson in NBC’s upcoming comedy series Kenan. Both Thompson and Redd are expected to continue on SNL next season alongside their duties on Kenan, executive produced by SNL boss Lorne Michaels.
Also recently cast in Kenan is Single Parents‘ Kimrie Lewis. The comedy was originally piloted in 2019 with Jackie Clarke as writer and Chris Rock as director. The pilot was picked up to series but the project has since been redeveloped. Clarke co-wrote the new incarnation with Happy Endings creator David Caspe who serves as showrunner.
Thomson and child actors Dani Lockett and Dannah Lockett, who play his young daughters, are the only cast members from the original pilot that are continuing. Johnson is replacing Andy Garcia as Rick, Kenan’s father-in-law. (The character was previously named Percy.)
Also recast is the role of Erica,...
Also recently cast in Kenan is Single Parents‘ Kimrie Lewis. The comedy was originally piloted in 2019 with Jackie Clarke as writer and Chris Rock as director. The pilot was picked up to series but the project has since been redeveloped. Clarke co-wrote the new incarnation with Happy Endings creator David Caspe who serves as showrunner.
Thomson and child actors Dani Lockett and Dannah Lockett, who play his young daughters, are the only cast members from the original pilot that are continuing. Johnson is replacing Andy Garcia as Rick, Kenan’s father-in-law. (The character was previously named Percy.)
Also recast is the role of Erica,...
- 7/17/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
(Updated March 2 with “Almost Family” canceled after one season by Fox.)
It’s that time of year again! As the broadcast networks order pilots and consider new series for their Fall 2020 slates, they’ve also begun to winnow down the current shows that will return next season and which will come to an end.
Below is every scripted show that ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox and The CW have renewed or canceled so far, along with those still awaiting their fates. We’ve also included the new comedies and dramas that have been picked up, along with their descriptions.
You can read our pilot guide to see what projects may soon be ordered to series here.
Check back throughout the coming months for updates, as there will be many ahead of the broadcast networks’ upfront presentations to advertisers in May.
Also Read: 'Superstore' Renewed for Season 6 at NBC
NBC
Renewed Series: “The Blacklist,...
It’s that time of year again! As the broadcast networks order pilots and consider new series for their Fall 2020 slates, they’ve also begun to winnow down the current shows that will return next season and which will come to an end.
Below is every scripted show that ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox and The CW have renewed or canceled so far, along with those still awaiting their fates. We’ve also included the new comedies and dramas that have been picked up, along with their descriptions.
You can read our pilot guide to see what projects may soon be ordered to series here.
Check back throughout the coming months for updates, as there will be many ahead of the broadcast networks’ upfront presentations to advertisers in May.
Also Read: 'Superstore' Renewed for Season 6 at NBC
NBC
Renewed Series: “The Blacklist,...
- 3/3/2020
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
NBC has pushed The Kenan Show to the 2020/21 season as the network becomes the latest broadcaster to talk up its off-cycle development process.
The Kenan Show was picked up to series in May but NBC wanted to give Kenan Thompson time to craft the show and manage his workload, given he’s still on Saturday Night Live and Bring The Funny.
Paul Telegdy, who became sold Chairman of NBC Entertainment in October, revealed the move during his exec session at the Winter TCA press tour.
“When a star is given to this network time and time again, we reciprocate. What we gave Kenan back was time, time to create a show he wants, time to do the projects he’s doing and that he loves, and a little time for his family. So The Kenan Show will come next season, and I think it’s stronger, smarter and funnier than...
The Kenan Show was picked up to series in May but NBC wanted to give Kenan Thompson time to craft the show and manage his workload, given he’s still on Saturday Night Live and Bring The Funny.
Paul Telegdy, who became sold Chairman of NBC Entertainment in October, revealed the move during his exec session at the Winter TCA press tour.
“When a star is given to this network time and time again, we reciprocate. What we gave Kenan back was time, time to create a show he wants, time to do the projects he’s doing and that he loves, and a little time for his family. So The Kenan Show will come next season, and I think it’s stronger, smarter and funnier than...
- 1/11/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Stability is the name of the game at NBC as the network heads into the 2019-20 TV season.
With only one new drama and two new comedies on the fall schedule, the network is keeping things simple.
New Jimmy Smitts legal drama, Bluff City Law is taking the 10/9c post-The Voice slot.
NBC typically uses that slot to launch new dramas, but given that The Voice has been fading this season, there's a good chance it won't be the solid launch pad it once was.
This move leaves Manifest off the fall schedule to allow for uninterupted 2020 run, which is probably a good thing given the serialized nature of the series.
The Good Place is moving to 9/8c on a permanent basis for its fourth season. It will be sandwiched between new comedies, Perfect Harmony and Sunnyside.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Will & Grace are both being held for midseason.
The...
With only one new drama and two new comedies on the fall schedule, the network is keeping things simple.
New Jimmy Smitts legal drama, Bluff City Law is taking the 10/9c post-The Voice slot.
NBC typically uses that slot to launch new dramas, but given that The Voice has been fading this season, there's a good chance it won't be the solid launch pad it once was.
This move leaves Manifest off the fall schedule to allow for uninterupted 2020 run, which is probably a good thing given the serialized nature of the series.
The Good Place is moving to 9/8c on a permanent basis for its fourth season. It will be sandwiched between new comedies, Perfect Harmony and Sunnyside.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Will & Grace are both being held for midseason.
The...
- 5/12/2019
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Kenan Thompson is to remain on Saturday Night Live next season with NBC figuring out “scheduling issues” around sitcom The Kenan Show to accommodate the star’s three shows for the network.
The broadcaster revealed that The Kenan Show, which Thompson also exec produces, will launch in a “post-fall” slot and that he will remain on SNL. NBC Entertainment Co-Chairman George Cheeks told Deadline that it is working out how best to work it so that Thompson can do the sitcom, SNL and unscripted reality competition series Bring The Funny.
This comes after NBC handed The Kenan Show, formerly known as Saving Kenan, a series order on Friday. The single-camera comedy is produced by Universal TV and Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video.
Cheeks said, “Kenan is one of the best talents on NBC and has been on SNL for many, many years. There are scheduling issues that we’re figuring out...
The broadcaster revealed that The Kenan Show, which Thompson also exec produces, will launch in a “post-fall” slot and that he will remain on SNL. NBC Entertainment Co-Chairman George Cheeks told Deadline that it is working out how best to work it so that Thompson can do the sitcom, SNL and unscripted reality competition series Bring The Funny.
This comes after NBC handed The Kenan Show, formerly known as Saving Kenan, a series order on Friday. The single-camera comedy is produced by Universal TV and Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video.
Cheeks said, “Kenan is one of the best talents on NBC and has been on SNL for many, many years. There are scheduling issues that we’re figuring out...
- 5/12/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Saturday Night Live star Kenan Thompson is adding a third NBC series to his plate. The network has given a series order to The Kenan Show (aka Saving Kenan), a single-camera comedy starring and executive produced by Thompson, from Universal TV and Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video. This is NBC’s second new comedy series pickup for next season, joining Kal Penn’s Sunnyside.
Thompson, who has become the heart and soul of SNL during his tenure, has repeatedly said he has no plans to quit SNL even with its ever-expanding portfolio.
“It’s the best job in the world,” Thompson said recently on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. “I can’t see myself just walking away from it like that, even with how busy I’ve been with another show on NBC called Bring the Funny.”
The unscripted Bring The Funny, a reality competition series, is one of his now-three series on NBC.
Thompson, who has become the heart and soul of SNL during his tenure, has repeatedly said he has no plans to quit SNL even with its ever-expanding portfolio.
“It’s the best job in the world,” Thompson said recently on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. “I can’t see myself just walking away from it like that, even with how busy I’ve been with another show on NBC called Bring the Funny.”
The unscripted Bring The Funny, a reality competition series, is one of his now-three series on NBC.
- 5/10/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Kenan Thompson is set become even more of a key player at NBC.
The network has picked up the “Saturday Night Live” mainstay’s single-cam comedy “The Kenan Show” to series.
There were rumours that the new show could signal the end of Thompson’s 16-year run on “SNL,” however, an individual familiar with the production told Variety that he’s expected to return.
In the new series, Thompson stars as as a newly widowed dad determined to be everything for his kids, while begrudgingly letting his persistent father-in-law (Andy Garcia) become more involved in their lives.
Other than Thompson and Garcia, the family comedy stars Punam Patel, Dani Lockett, and Dannah Lockett. Jackie Clarke will write and executive produce alongside Thompson, Lorne Michaels and Andrew Singer. Chris Rock is also on board as a director and Ep.
“The Kenan Show” is produced by Universal Television in association with Broadway Video.
The network has picked up the “Saturday Night Live” mainstay’s single-cam comedy “The Kenan Show” to series.
There were rumours that the new show could signal the end of Thompson’s 16-year run on “SNL,” however, an individual familiar with the production told Variety that he’s expected to return.
In the new series, Thompson stars as as a newly widowed dad determined to be everything for his kids, while begrudgingly letting his persistent father-in-law (Andy Garcia) become more involved in their lives.
Other than Thompson and Garcia, the family comedy stars Punam Patel, Dani Lockett, and Dannah Lockett. Jackie Clarke will write and executive produce alongside Thompson, Lorne Michaels and Andrew Singer. Chris Rock is also on board as a director and Ep.
“The Kenan Show” is produced by Universal Television in association with Broadway Video.
- 5/10/2019
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
Saturday Night Live veteran Kenan Thompson is indeed ready for prime time: NBC has ordered to series The Kenan Show, a sitcom starring Thompson, TVLine has learned.
The family comedy centers on Thompson’s single father, who strives to be a super dad to his two adorable girls while balancing his job and a relationship with his father-in-law… who “helps” in the most inappropriate ways. Oscar nominee Andy Garcia will play the aforementioned father-in-law, while newcomers Dani Lockett and Dannah Lockett will portray Thompson’s young daughters.
Thompson and SNL boss Lorne Michaels will serve as executive producers on the show,...
The family comedy centers on Thompson’s single father, who strives to be a super dad to his two adorable girls while balancing his job and a relationship with his father-in-law… who “helps” in the most inappropriate ways. Oscar nominee Andy Garcia will play the aforementioned father-in-law, while newcomers Dani Lockett and Dannah Lockett will portray Thompson’s young daughters.
Thompson and SNL boss Lorne Michaels will serve as executive producers on the show,...
- 5/10/2019
- TVLine.com
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