Peacock Announces 2024 Year-End Special with Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson

Peacock is set to bring back its popular year-end special, ‘2024 Back That Year Up,’ featuring comedian Kevin Hart and Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson. The special promises to recap the year’s highlights through humor and celebrity appearances, with a planned air date of December 31, 2024. Filming will take place at Studio 8H, the historic home of SNL in New York City. The duo aims to create a dynamic and hilarious retrospective of 2024, showcasing significant pop culture moments, notable events, and a range of unexpected surprises. Kevin Hart stated, ‘We are going to make sure this special is unforgettable and full of laughter,’ reflecting on their past collaborations and the unique energy they bring to the stage. Kenan Thompson added, ‘There’s no better way to wrap up the year than with laughter and some amazing memories.’ The 2023 special, which featured a variety of guest stars and highlighted key moments of the past year, was praised by audiences for its mix of comedy and nostalgia. This year, viewers can expect a similar format with even more star power. Peacock has not yet disclosed the full list of celebrity guests for the upcoming special but promises an exciting lineup as the year unfolds.