Leslie Jones Calls Out Three GOP Lawmakers for a Showdown in the Ring on The Daily Show

Comedian and former Saturday Night Live favorite Leslie Jones is lighting up social media ahead of the release of her brand-new stand-up special, “Leslie Jones: Life Part 2,” streaming exclusively on Peacock October 24. Searches for “how to watch Leslie Jones special,” “Leslie Jones Peacock release time,” and “Life Part 2 trailer” have all spiked this week as fans count down to Jones’ first hour-long set in five years. Why the buzz now? Peacock quietly dropped a 60-second teaser on X late Monday night that racked up more than 4 million views in 12 hours, showcasing Jones riffing on age, dating apps, and the joys of blocking trolls. Within minutes, #LeslieJones and #LifePart2 were trending in the U.S., prompting a wave of reaction videos on TikTok and Reddit threads dissecting every punch-line. The platform’s algorithm has since been serving Jones-related content across comedy and pop-culture feeds, widening the conversation beyond her core fan base. “Life Part 2” is produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment and promises the high-energy honesty that earned Jones three Emmy nominations during her SNL run. According to the official synopsis, she’ll tackle everything from menopause-induced insomnia to the weirdest DMs she’s ever received, all delivered with her trademark shout-and-swagger style. For viewers eager to stream the special the moment it drops, Peacock lists a 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT release time on October 24. New subscribers can take advantage of the streamer’s current $1.99-per-month promotion (for the ad-supported tier) if they sign up before the premiere. Existing fans are already planning virtual watch parties using Peacock’s GroupWatch extension, while comedy clubs in New York and Los Angeles are hosting midnight screenings to capture the communal laugh factor Jones is known to inspire. Industry analysts say the special could give Peacock a much-needed fourth-quarter bump. The streamer’s previous comedy wins—Wanda Sykes’ “I’m an Entertainer” and John Mulaney’s “Baby J”—each delivered double-digit subscriber surges during their launch weeks, and Jones’ multigenerational appeal positions “Life Part 2” to follow suit. If Jones’ recent social feeds are any indication—she jokingly threatened to “snatch wigs and edges” if viewers skip the intro—it’s clear she’s ready for the spotlight. Expect fresh memes, GIF-worthy reaction shots, and a flood of quotable one-liners to dominate timelines once the special goes live. Quick guide: • Release date: Friday, Oct 24 (12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET) • Where to watch: Peacock (subscription required) • Runtime: 60 minutes • Best streaming deal: $1.99/mo ad-supported tier for new members Bookmark this page for updates, post-premiere reviews, and highlights as the internet collectively experiences “Leslie Jones: Life Part 2.”