Trending Now - NBC Revives Pilot Season Plans for 2027 With New Series Teasers

WHO:

Variety - David Boreanaz takes over the role of James Rockford from the late James Garner in "The Rockford Files."

Variety - The cast of "Line of Fire" includes Peter Krause, Hope Davis, Kat Cunning, Tommy O’Brien, Taylor Bloom, and Charlie Barnett.

The Hollywood Reporter - NBC executives Lisa Katz and Jeff Bader discussed pilot seasons.

Variety - David Boreanaz stars in the reboot of "The Rockford Files."

Variety - The cast of "Line of Fire" includes Peter Krause, Hope Davis, Kat Cunning, Tommy O’Brien, Taylor Bloom, and Charlie Barnett.

Variety - Téa Leoni and Tim Daly star in "Newlyweds," with Jamie Lee Curtis as a recurring guest star.

WHAT:

The Hollywood Reporter - NBC ordered eight scripted pilots, the most by any network since 2022.

The Hollywood Reporter - NBC plans to continue developing shows year-round while also ordering and producing pilots in the first few months of 2027.

KUSA.com - NBC's fall lineup includes a new game show based on “Wordle,” hosted by Savannah Guthrie, and the return of “Sunday Night Football” for the NFL season.

KUSA.com - NBC will air the 78th Emmy Awards on Sept. 14 from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

KUSA.com - NBC will celebrate its 100th anniversary on Dec. 10 with a live variety special from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

KUSA.com - NBC has greenlit a new game show series based on “Wordle,” to be hosted by “Today” show co-host Savannah Guthrie.

KUSA.com - NBC's fall lineup includes a new game show based on “Wordle” and the return of “Sunday Night Football” for the NFL season.

KUSA.com - NBC will celebrate its 100th anniversary on Dec. 10 with a live variety special from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

KUSA.com - NBC will air the 78th Emmy Awards on Sept. 14 from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

Deadline - NBC canceled the sophomore medical drama "Brilliant Minds" and freshman comedy "Stumble" due to low ratings and scheduling conflicts.

Deadline - The remaining six episodes of "Brilliant Minds" are set to be released post-cancellation on May 27.

Variety - NBC has shared first-look photos at its new shows for the 2026-2027 broadcast season.

Variety - "Newlyweds" is described as a “later-in-life love story about a free-spirited woman and a buttoned-up professor who marry impetuously after a whirlwind courtship.”

The Hollywood Reporter - NBC ordered eight scripted pilots, the most by any network since 2022.

The Hollywood Reporter - NBC picked up four series: "Line of Fire," "The Rockford Files," "Newlyweds," and "Sunset P.I."

Variety - "Line of Fire" and "Newlyweds" are set to premiere in the fall, while "The Rockford Files" and "Sunset P.I." will launch in early 2027.

Variety - "The Rockford Files" follows James Rockford, newly paroled after serving time for a crime he didn’t commit.

Variety - "Line of Fire" centers on a family of law enforcement agents tackling cases for various federal agencies.

WHERE:

Variety - "The Rockford Files" is set in Los Angeles.

Variety - "Sunset P.I." is also set in Los Angeles.

WHEN:

KUSA.com - The 100th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is scheduled to return on Thursday, Nov. 26.

Variety - "The Rockford Files" and "Sunset P.I." are scheduled to launch in early 2027.

WHY:

The Hollywood Reporter - Katz believes in the pilot season concept to provide options for scheduling and to evaluate shows before they air.

The Hollywood Reporter - Bader stated that decisions on which pilots to pass on were based on specific needs rather than quality.

HOW:

Deadline - NBC plans to develop multi-camera comedies to pair with existing multi-camera shows and single-camera comedies with single-camera shows for better scheduling flow.

Variety - The pilot of "The Rockford Files" was directed by Greg Mottola, who also serves as an executive producer.

The Hollywood Reporter - NBC plans to continue developing shows year-round while also ordering and producing pilots in the first few months of 2027.

Variety - "The Rockford Files" is produced by Mike Daniels, with Greg Mottola directing the pilot.

(UPDATED May 12, 2026 13:31 UTC)

NBC has made a significant move by ordering eight scripted pilots, the highest number by any network since 2022, and plans to continue developing shows year-round while producing pilots in the early months of 2027. This fall, viewers can look forward to a new game show based on "Wordle," hosted by Savannah Guthrie, along with the return of "Sunday Night Football" for the NFL season. Additionally, NBC will air the 78th Emmy Awards on September 14 from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, and the network will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a live variety special from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on December 10.

(UPDATED May 12, 2026 09:48 UTC)

NBC has officially announced a new game show series based on the popular word game "Wordle," which will be hosted by Savannah Guthrie from the "Today" show. In addition to this exciting new program, NBC's fall lineup will also feature the return of "Sunday Night Football" for the upcoming NFL season. Mark your calendars, as the 100th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to take place on Thursday, Nov. 26.

(UPDATED May 12, 2026 07:51 UTC)

NBC is gearing up to celebrate its 100th anniversary with a live variety special from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on December 10. In addition, the network will air the 78th Emmy Awards from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on September 14. Meanwhile, NBC has canceled the medical drama "Brilliant Minds" and the comedy "Stumble" due to low ratings, but fans can look forward to the release of the remaining six episodes of "Brilliant Minds" on May 27.

(UPDATED May 12, 2026 06:04 UTC)

NBC has unveiled first-look photos of its new shows for the upcoming 2026-2027 broadcast season, including a fresh take on "The Rockford Files," where David Boreanaz steps into the iconic role of James Rockford, previously portrayed by the late James Garner. The network's lineup also features "Newlyweds," a charming later-in-life love story about a free-spirited woman and a buttoned-up professor who marry after a whirlwind romance. Directed by Greg Mottola, who is also an executive producer, the pilot of "The Rockford Files" promises to bring a modern twist to the beloved classic.

(UPDATED May 11, 2026 21:24 UTC)

NBC has made a significant move by ordering eight scripted pilots, the most by any network since 2022, and has picked up four series, including "Line of Fire," "The Rockford Files," "Newlyweds," and "Sunset P.I." "Line of Fire," which features a family of law enforcement agents, and "Newlyweds," starring Téa Leoni and Tim Daly, are set to premiere in the fall, while "The Rockford Files," following James Rockford's story after his release from prison, and "Sunset P.I." will launch in early 2027. The network's executives believe in the pilot season concept to provide scheduling options and evaluate shows before they air, with plans to continue developing content year-round.