The Thing About Tommy: Where to Watch, plot, & Everything we know so far About the true Crime Series

Peacock is diving into the true crime genre again with its latest limited series, The Thing About Tommy. It is inspired by the shocking real-life case of Thomas Randolph, also known as the “Black Widower.” 

This new show comes from the same team that produced The Thing About Pam, which captivated audiences with its dark, gripping tale of Pam Hupp. Following the April sentencing of Randolph—who was convicted of murdering his wife and hiring a hitman to carry out the crime—Peacock is gearing up to tell this chilling story.

Although we’re still waiting on the official release date, excitement is already building as the series promises to explore the twisted and deadly history of Randolph, who has been married six times, with four of his wives ending up dead. As we approach the release, we’ll continue to unveil more shocking details about the show, including its cast, plot twists, and behind-the-scenes insights.

Ready for a deep dive into the dark world of The Thing About Tommy? Stick around as we update you with every thrilling piece of information as it becomes available!

Release date & Where to Watch

A release date hasn't been announced yet, but we’ll update this section as soon as it’s confirmed. The series will air on NBC and Peacock.

Plot

The Thing About Tommy is based on the true story of Thomas Randolph, infamously known as the “Black Widower.” Randolph, who has been married six times, saw four of his wives meet tragic ends. The series draws inspiration from Dateline’s coverage of his case, particularly the multi-part series The Widower.

Following in the footsteps of The Thing About Pam, which explored Pam Hupp’s connection to the 2011 murder of Betsy Faria, The Thing About Tommy continues the tradition of transforming high-profile true crime cases into compelling dramas.

Official Trailer

A trailer hasn't been released yet, but we'll update this section as soon as it drops.

Behind the Scenes

Peacock is developing The Thing About Tommy, a true crime series from writer Bruce Marshall Romans, known for his work on Shantaram, The Punisher, and Hell On Wheels. The project is produced by NBC News Studios and Blumhouse, the same companies behind NBC’s 2022 limited series The Thing About Pam. Romans will also executive produce alongside Jason Blum, Chris Dickie, Jeremy Gold, and Liz Cole for NBC News Studios. Universal Content Productions, a division of Universal Studio Group, is set to produce the series.