Go On, Starring Laura Benanti and Matthew Perry, Pulls in 16 Million Viewers for TV Debut

Go On, the new NBC series starring Tony winner Laura Benanti and Friends alum Matthew Perry, pulled in a healthy 16.6 million viewers during its special sneak preview on August 8, according to Deadline.com.

The series follows Ryan (Perry) a widower who joins a support group after the loss of his wife. Benanti plays the group's counselor who doesn't quite see eye to eye with Ryan. Tony winner Julie White also co-stars.

The special sneak preview aired after NBC's Olympic coverage. The series will return for its regular run on Tuesday nights beginning September 11.