Comedy Dynamics has unveiled the trailer for Tony Rock: Rock the World, the debut special from comedian Tony Rock, announcing that it will be released across platforms on November 5, debuting in album form on November 8.
Taped at The Long Beach Laugh Factory, the special sees Rock offer a fresh take on post-pandemic life, covering Black culture, gender, and relationships. Jay Chapman directed, with Charleston Rock, Jaden Parrish, and Dana Marshall producing.
In a statement to Deadline, Rock said, “This project has been a monumental endeavor, crafted during countless nights of brainstorming, rewriting, and perfecting every single bit. As we approach the release date, I feel an immense sense of pride and accomplishment. This isn’t just a show; it’s a milestone in my career, and I believe it’s some of my best work yet.”
Added Comedy Dynamics CEO, Brian Volk-Weiss, “Tony’s new special is absolutely hilarious from start to finish. It’s one of those memorable specials you’ll have stuck in your head for years to come.”
A comedian, actor and producer known to some as the younger brother of comic Chris Rock, Tony has been performing stand-up since the late ’90s. Recently starring in CBS’s sitcom Living Biblically, he’s also appeared in series like Everybody Hates Chris, along with Killing Hasselhoff, Think Like a Man and other films.
The host of podcast Live from the Green Room, Rock has also been seen hosting for programs like HBO’s All Def Comedy and NBA TV’s The Warm Up, along with BET’s Black Card Revoked and Apollo Live.