Crutch: This is what we know about Tracy Morgan starrer new Paramount+ comedy series

Tracy Morgan is set to star in "Crutch," a new Paramount+ comedy series set in the world of the CBS show "The Neighborhood," a Variety report said. The series follows the life of Francois "Frank" Crutchfield, a Harlem widower whose plans for an empty nest are disrupted when his adult children and grandchildren move back home.

Cast, Plot

Tracy Morgan will star as Francois "Frank" Crutchfield, or Crutch, in the new Paramount+ comedy series "Crutch." The character is a Harlem widower whose plans for an empty nest are put on hold when his adult children and grandchildren move back home. Tracy Morgan previously appeared on "The Neighborhood" as Curtis, Calvin's wealthy younger brother.

Creative Team

Cedric the Entertainer, star and executive producer of "The Neighborhood," is expanding the show's universe with "Crutch." He will also executive produce the new series, which will be produced by CBS Studios.


Owen Smith wrote the pilot script for "Crutch" and will also serve as executive producer and showrunner. Apart from Cedric the Entertainer, Eric C. Rhone will also executive produce via A Bird and a Bear Entertainment, along with Aaron Kaplan for Kapital Entertainment and Wendi Trilling for TrillTV.

Production

Production for "Crutch" is set to begin later this year. The series will be a half-hour multi-cam comedy, similar to its predecessor, "The Neighborhood."

FAQs

Will Tracy Morgan's character in "Crutch" be similar to his previous role in "The Neighborhood"?
Yes, Tracy Morgan's character in "Crutch," Francois "Frank" Crutchfield, will share similarities with his previous role in "The Neighborhood," showcasing his comedic talent in a new setting.

What can viewers expect from "Crutch" in terms of storyline and humor?
"Crutch" will follow the comedic journey of a widowed father, played by Tracy Morgan, as he navigates life with his adult children and grandchildren back home, promising plenty of laughs and comedic complications.