The Cast and Characters of NBC's Cheerleading Comedy Stumble
Discover the main and recurring cast of Stumble, NBC's latest cheerleading mockumentary sitcom. The show follows the Headltston State Junior College cheer team, a group of determined underdogs aiming to prove themselves.
Show Premiere Details
Stumble premiered on Friday, November 7, at 8:30/7:30c on NBC, with episodes available the next day on Peacock. The single-camera sitcom focuses on a team of earnest athletes under the guidance of their new cheer coach, Courteney Potter.
Key Characters
- Courteney Potter (played by Jenn Lyon) – The new cheer coach, known as a coaching legend from her previous school. Recently fired for partying with her former team, she is eager to prove herself in this new chapter.
- Taran Killam – Saturday Night Live alum featured prominently in the series.
- Ryan Pinkston – Known from Laid, part of the main cast.
- Jarrett Austin Brown – Actor from Smile 2, also starring in the show.
- Anissa Borrego – Recognized from This Is Us, joining the cheerleading ensemble.
- Arianna Davis, Taylor Dunbar, and Georgie Murphy – With Murphy known for Gen V, all contributing to the team's dynamic.
- Kristin Chenoweth – Appears in a recurring guest role.
"A bit of a coaching legend at the last school she coached at, Potter is also starting anew as she was recently got fired for partying with her former team and now she's got something to prove."
The series blends humor with heartfelt moments as this misfit team strives for success under Coach Potter’s leadership.
Author's Summary
Stumble introduces a spirited cheer squad and their flawed but driven coach, delivering a fresh, comedic take on underdog stories in a mockumentary style.