The Cast and Characters of NBC's New Cheerleading Comedy Stumble, Explained

The Cast and Characters of NBC's Cheerleading Comedy Stumble

Discover the main cast and recurring guest stars of Stumble, NBC's new cheerleading mockumentary sitcom. This single-camera series follows the Headltston State Junior College cheer team, an energetic group of underdogs striving to impress their new coach.

Series Premiere

Stumble premiered on Friday, November 7, at 8:30/7:30c on NBC and is available the next day on Peacock.

Plot Overview

The show centers on a determined group of misfit cheerleaders who are eager to prove themselves to their new coach, Courteney Potter, played by Jenn Lyon. Potter, once a coaching legend at her previous school, faces a fresh start after being fired for partying with her former team.

"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."

Main Cast

Jenn Lyon (Justified) as Courteney Potter
Taran Killam (Saturday Night Live alum)
Ryan Pinkston (Laid)
Jarrett Austin Brown (Smile 2)
Anissa Borrego (This Is Us)
Arianna Davis
Taylor Dunbar
Georgie Murphy (Gen V)

Guest Stars

Kristin Chenoweth appears in a recurring guest role.

Summary

Stumble highlights the journey of unlikely cheerleaders and their flawed but passionate coach, blending humor and heart in a fresh take on the mockumentary sitcom genre.

NBC — 2025-11-07