Flint: Everything We Know About FRIENDS Star Matt LeBlanc’s Cop Drama

Friends star Matt LeBlanc is set to make his comeback to television with the new CBS drama Flint. The project was recently revealed to be in development as part of CBS’s long-term development strategy (Paramount Press Express).

The series will be written by Evan Katz, who also serves as executive producer alongside LeBlanc, Jerry Bruckheimer, and KristieAnne Reed of Jerry Bruckheimer TV. While details about the plot are still limited, here is everything we know so far about this upcoming CBS series.

When Is Matt LeBlanc’s Flint Releasing?

Matt LeBlanc | Credit: CBS

A release date for Flint has not been confirmed yet. The series remains in development, and its future depends on a full greenlight from CBS. If approved, Flint could arrive as part of the network’s 2027–2028 lineup (Paramount Press Express).

Who is Starring in Flint?

So far, only FRIENDS star Matt LeBlanc has been confirmed as part of the cast of Flint. He is best known for playing Joey Tribbiani in FRIENDS, which earned him three Emmy nominations. He also reprised this popular role in the spinoff Joey, which ran for two seasons from 2004 to 2006.

LeBlanc is also known for starring in the sitcom Episodes and the CBS series Man With a Plan. The show is written by Evan Katz, who is known for his work on the Fox drama 24, where he also served as showrunner for multiple seasons (IMDb). New cast members are expected to be revealed as the series remains in development.

What is the Plot of Flint?

Matt LeBlanc in Episodes | Credit: BBC

Flint follows a burned-out LAPD detective played by Matt LeBlanc, who is just about to retire. His plans change suddenly when the city extends his service by five years, forcing him to stay on the job. Frustrated and eager to leave, he tries to get himself fired so he can collect his pension early. The official synopsis of the series states, as per Paramount Press Express,

FLINT tells the story of a burnt-out LAPD detective who, on the verge of retirement, is blindsided when the city extends his service by five years. Determined to get fired, he breaks rules and disobeys orders, which, to his dismay, makes him an even better cop.

To do this, he starts breaking rules, ignoring orders, and openly challenging those in charge. However, things take an unexpected turn when his reckless attitude actually makes him a better and more effective detective.

Has CBS Released a Trailer For Flint?

Matt LeBlanc in Man With a Plan | Credit: CBS

CBS has not yet released a trailer for Flint, as the series is still in development. If the project ultimately lands in the network’s 2027–2028 lineup, viewers can expect a first teaser or trailer to arrive closer to its release window, likely offering an early sense of the show’s tone and characters.

Where to Watch Flint?

Matt LeBlanc in Man With a Plan | Credits: CBS

While key details are still under wraps, Flint is expected to air on CBS if it moves forward. As with many CBS originals, the series would likely also become available for streaming on Paramount+, though official streaming plans have yet to be confirmed.

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