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Paramount+ 'The Varnell Hill Show' launch and premiere

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Paramount+ announced *The Varnell Hill Show*, a half-hour workplace comedy spinoff of the 1990s sitcom *Martin*. The series stars Tommy Davidson reprising his character Varnell Hill, who first appeared in a 1993 two-part arc. The show follows Hill behind the scenes of a late-night talk show as he navigates a chaotic environment, battling network executives and his own ego. An official description noted, “Nearly three decades after audiences first met him, Varnell Hill is stepping back into the spotlight — and he’s determined to prove he’s still the star of the show.” The series explores the chaos of a modern writers’ room and the challenges of maintaining a television empire within a media landscape shaped by social media and technological shifts. The production utilizes satire, cutaways, and fourth-wall breaks to blend nostalgia with contemporary workplace comedy. Martin Lawrence serves as executive producer, co-creator, and returns in a recurring role as Martin Payne. The production team includes co-creator and showrunner Bentley Kyle Evans, along with Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, and BET Studios. The ensemble cast features Kym Whitley, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Nick Cafero, Emmanuel Hudson, and Chris Williams, with guest appearances by Ms. Pat, Deon Cole, Damon Wayans, Mike Epps, and Omarion. The eight-episode series premiered globally on September 1, 2026, with two episodes released on launch day followed by weekly releases through October 13.

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