Detective Kevin Bernard hands his badge back. Anthony Andersonwho reprized his character from the series’ original series in the new season 21, will not return for season 22.
as a deadline reported in novemberAnderson signed a one-year deal and opted not to continue next season, which was chosen by NBC. According to sources, Anderson wanted to support Dick Wolf in relaunching the franchise’s mother ship for one season and always planned to move forward after that.
original fellow Law and order The star, Sam Waterston, also signed a one-year deal for season 21. It is unclear if he will return for season 22; In a promising sign, the veteran appeared on the stage of NBCUniversal Presenter, which showcased programs and talent for the upcoming season.
There was no indication at the end of season 21 that Anderson would be out. In it, Bernard (Anthony Anderson) and his partner Cosgrove (Jeffrey Donovan) are investigating the murder of an off-duty police officer.
Anderson, who just wrapped up his role as executive producer and star for ABC blackish, It still works with NBCUniversal in the previous ad Anthony Anderson and Mom: European Vacation The comedy and travel show for E!.
The new installment of Law and order, From Dick Wolf and writer-director Rick Eid, follow the classic bifurcated format and examine once again “the police investigating crime and the county attorneys prosecuting the perpetrators.” It also stars Camryn Mannheim, Hugh Dancy, and Odilia Halevi.
Law and order Produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, a division of the Universal Studio Group. Wolf, Eid, Arthur W. Forney and Peter Jankowski are executive producers.
Anderson has been represented by UTA, Artists First, Goodman, Genow, Schenkman, and Smelkinson & Christopher.
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