NEW YORK (AP) - NBC is betting big on comedies for its upcoming fall television schedule.
The network announced Sunday that it is adding four new sitcoms to its lineup for 2019-20, with stars including Kenan Thompson of “Saturday Night Live” and sitcom veteran Fran Drescher.
The announcement came a day before the network will present the shows to advertisers in Manhattan.
NBC isn’t just looking for laughs - it has renewed the tear-jerking drama series “This Is Us” for an additional three seasons.
The network said it’s working from a position of ratings strength but, acknowledging the rising competition from streaming platforms such as Netflix, says its shows will have a critical digital afterlife.
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