Watch: Kevin Hart & Kenan Thompson Host Peacock’s ‘Back That Year Up’ End-of-the-Year Special

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Get ready to end 2024 with a bang. Peacock announced its third annual Back That Year Up special, hosted by comedy legends Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson. Read more details and catch the trailer inside.

Peacock’s Back That Year Up special is set to stream on Monday, December 23. The dynamic duo returns to deliver their unfiltered take on the year’s most unforgettable moments in pop culture, sports, social media, and politics.

This highly anticipated special follows the success of their hilarious Olympic Highlights with Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson series during the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. With their signature humor and chemistry, the two hosts promise to make this holiday season even brighter.

Expect appearances from some of the year’s most buzzworthy celebrities, including comedian Nate Bargatze, MLB star Mookie Betts, legendary saxophonist Kenny G, NBA player Jonquel Jones, actor Jon Hamm, and more. The star-studded lineup also includes Seth Meyers, Blake Griffin, Machine Gun Kelly, and Rashida “Sheedz” Olayiwola. It’s set to be an exciting night of laughs and surprises.

“We’re back, baby! It’s been a wild year, and we are going to end it with a BANG,” Hart, who also serves as an executive producer, teases in a statement. “Get ready for another season of Back That Year Up with me and Kenan – the holidays wouldn’t be the same without us!”

Kenan Thompson echoed the excitement, adding, “The best time of year is here! Kev and I are wrapping up a memorable 2024 with jokes, laughs, and of course, some of our incredible celebrity friends. You don’t want to miss this one!”

Whether you’re looking to reminisce about the highs and lows of the year or just want a good laugh, Back That Year Up promises to deliver. Be sure to tune into Peacock on December 23 to close out 2024 with good cheer.