NBC won’t debut any new comedies in the fall for the first time in 50 years

NBC unveiled its 2021 fall TV slate this week and it is decidedly lacking for funny shows. 

The network is doubling down on Dick Wolf dramas like “Law & Order” and the “Chicago” series. Meanwhile, new original dramas such as “Ordinary Joe” and “La Brea” will help round out the fall calendar. However, for the first time in several decades, none of the new shows people can look forward to this year include half-hour comedies. 

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Susan Rovner, chairman of…