In its new sitcom How We Roll, CBS plans to give viewers a feel-good experience inspired by genuine events. The series, which was originally titled Smallwood, is about Tom Smallwood, who chose to become a professional bowler after being sacked from his job in automated manufacturing. It’s a narrative about the ultimate second chance, according to CBS.
The Ensemble Cast, a Synopsis, and a Trailer
How We Roll, a new CBS sitcom, will launch on CBS and Paramount+ on March 31. Tom Smallwood and his love of bowling are at the center of the series. After being laid off from his previous employment as an automotive producer, he decided to pursue it professionally.
CBS’s summary for the show is as follows:
“It is based on the story of professional bowler Tom Smallwood and stars Pete Holmes as Tom, a stoic Midwest husband and father who is laid off from a car assembly line and decides to support for his family by pursuing his ambition of becoming a professional bowler. Tom understands that with bowling, you have two opportunities; no matter what you do with the first ball, you get a second chance to make it right—the ultimate second chance.”
It goes on to state, among other things:
“With that in mind, Tom embarks on his new profession with Jen’s blessing, Archie’s unwavering support as his mentor and proud owner of Archie’s Lanes: Home of the Curly Fry, Helen’s cautious support, and Sam’s encouragement. Tom’s chances of making the Pro Bowl are still up in the air, but the pins are placed, he’s taking his second shot, and it’s 300 or bust!”
The cast of CBS’ How We Roll is seen below.
Tom Smallwood Is Played By Pete Holmes.
Pete Holmes is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and podcaster who has been in a number of films, including Don’t Think Twice, Home Sweet Home Alone, The Secret Life of Pets 2, Bob’s Burgers, Crashing, Pete Holmes: Faces and Sounds, Pete Holmes: Nice Try, the Devil, and others.
He’s recognized for his upbeat nature, self-deprecating humor, and reflections on spirituality and religion, which are common topics in his writing.
In the upcoming CBS series How We Roll, Holmes will portray Tom Smallwood.
Jen Smallwood Is Played By Katie Lowes
Katie Lowes is an American actress and theatrical director who has worked on a variety of projects, including Scandal, Inventing Anna, Big Hero 6, Ralph Breaks the Internet, Zootopia, the Transformers franchise, and Grey’s Anatomy, Big Mouth, NCIS Hawai’i, and others. In the forthcoming CBS sitcom How We Roll, she will play Tom’s supporting wife, Jen Smallwood.
Archie Is played By Chi McBride.
Chi McBride is an American actor who has been in a number of films, including Gone in 60 Seconds, The Frighteners, Let’s Go to Prison, I, Robot, Ultimate Spider-Man, Boston Public, Pushing Daisies, Golden Boy, Hawaii Five-0, and Human Target.
In the new CBS sitcom How We Roll, he will play Tom’s buddy Archi, who is also his neighbor and the proprietor of the local bowling alley where he plays. His character is based on Tom’s real-life friend and neighbor, Steve Doyle, who also used to run the State Lanes bowling facility.
Helen Smallwood Is Played By Julie White
Julie White is a Tony Award-winning actress from the United States. Among her many credits is The Little Dog Laughed, the Transformers film, Grace Under Fire, The Nanny Diaries, Monsters vs. Aliens, Life Partners, Six Feet Under, Big Mouth, and Designated Survivor.
In the forthcoming CBS sitcom How We Roll, she will play Tom’s mother, Helen Smallwood.
Tahj Mowry, Matthew J. McCarthy, Mason Wells, and Judy Kain are among the series’ other cast members. Amanda Perez, Rondi Reed, Amber Martinez, Laura Buckles, Brian Dare, and McKale will all make appearances in the series. Jude Bingham, Dominic Pace, Nik Shriner, Sean Cook, and Greg Winter are the members of the team.
