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Two years ago, The Neighborhood introduced us to Calvin’s (Cedric the Entertainer) brother Curtis, who was played by Tracy Morgan.
Today, Paramount+ announced that Tracy Mogan is getting a spinoff of The Neighborhood on the streaming service. However, this time, he will be playing Calvin’s cousin Crutch.
The series centers on its titular character, Francois “Frank” Crutchfield—or “Crutch” to those who know him well—a Harlem widower whose empty nest plans are put on hold after his millennial son and free-spirited daughter move back home.
“I’m excited to be expanding our ‘The Neighborhood’ universe, by producing a show with the legendary comedian Tracy Morgan,” said Cedric The Entertainer. “This new character is the close cousin to my character Calvin Butler and you will enjoy some of their many similarities. Morgan plays Crutch a ‘say-it-like-it-is’ widowed father who is challenged when his two adult children and grandchildren need to move back home, and let’s say there will be several comedic complications.”
“Crutch will be navigating the ups and downs of having his kids and grandkids back under one roof, and you know if I am doing this, there will be plenty of laughs along the way,” said Tracy Morgan. “I am so happy to be able to do this with my brother Cedric The Entertainer, Owen Smith and the rest of the amazing crew we have put together. Get ready for your new favorite show!”
Crutch begins filming later this year.
