Matt LeBlanc Attached to CBS Cop Drama 'Flint'

The 'Friends' star is set to lead the new series if it gets the green light.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:55pm

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CBS is developing a new cop drama called 'Flint' with Matt LeBlanc attached to star in the lead role. The series would follow LeBlanc as a police officer in the city of Flint, Michigan if it is picked up by the network.

Why it matters

This project would mark LeBlanc's return to a major TV drama role after his long-running success on the sitcom 'Friends.' The city of Flint has faced significant challenges in recent years, making it a compelling setting for a gritty police procedural.

The details

Details about the 'Flint' series are still limited, but the show is currently in development at CBS. If greenlit, LeBlanc would portray a police officer working in the city of Flint, Michigan, which has dealt with issues like the Flint water crisis and high crime rates in recent years.

  • The 'Flint' series is currently in development at CBS as of April 2026.

The players

Matt LeBlanc

A veteran actor best known for his starring role on the sitcom 'Friends,' LeBlanc is attached to lead the new CBS cop drama 'Flint' if it moves forward.

CBS

The major television network that is developing the 'Flint' cop drama series with Matt LeBlanc attached to star.

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What’s next

If the 'Flint' series is greenlit by CBS, further details about the show's plot, supporting cast, and production timeline will likely be announced.

The takeaway

Matt LeBlanc's attachment to the 'Flint' cop drama series signals CBS's interest in developing a gritty police procedural set against the backdrop of the real-life challenges facing the city of Flint, Michigan.