NBC has today announced the premiere date for its upcoming original drama series The Rockford Files starring David Boreanaz.
The drama will launch with a special preview on Saturday, January 2 at 8/7c. immediately following the broadcast network's NFL telecast. The series will then make its regular time slot debut on Thursday, January 7 at 8/7c. Episodes will be available to stream the next day on Peacock.
A contemporary update on the classic series of the same name. Newly paroled after doing time for a crime he didn't commit, James Rockford (Boreanaz) returns to his life as a private investigator using his charm and wit to solve cases around Los Angeles. It doesn't take long for his quest for legitimacy to land him squarely in the crosshairs of both local police and organized crime.
In addition to Boreanaz, the drama stars Michaela McManus, Ilfenesh Hadera and Jacki Weaver.
Mike Daniels created the drama. He executive produces with Carl Beverly Sarah Timberman, David Hudgins and director Greg Mottola. Universal Television and Timberman/Beverly Productions produce.
