Based on Carl Hiaasen’s 1987 novel, “Double Whammy,” ABC’s “RJ Decker” will soon join the network’s Tuesday night lineup, debuting March 3. From Rob Doherty, who also created “Elementary,” the series stars Scott Speedman in the titular role alongside Kevin Rankin (Aloysius “Wish” Aiken), Adelaide Clemens (Catherine Delacroix), and Bevin Bru (Melody “Mel” Abreu). Like the procedurals that’ll precede it each week, “Will Trent” and “High Potential,” “RJ Decker” blends the crime drama format with humor in a way that’s proven hotly successful for ABC in recent years. It’s no wonder the pilot (and Speedman’s lauded performance) earned the show a series order shortly after. Here’s everything you need to know about the new series.
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Set in South Florida (but filmed in Wilmington, North Carolina), ABC’s new procedural “RJ Decker” follows the titular character (Speedman), who’s described as a disgraced newspaper photographer and ex-con. With his criminal past following him like a dark cloud, RJ starts over as a private investigator, taking on unusual cases in this quirky procedural drama. RJ finds allies in his journalist ex and her wife, a police detective. But when another woman from his past returns, RJ must proceed with caution for fear that she could undo all the progress he’s made rebuilding his life.
Cami Patton (“Justified,” “The Americans”) served as the primary CD on Season 1 of “RJ Decker.” Learn more about the veteran CD’s process and how casting has evolved during her time in the business.
Auditions might seem daunting or rigorous, but CDs do want you to shine. (It makes their jobs easier, too, after all.) Here are some excellent tips from the industry’s leading experts on how to bring your A-game:
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“RJ Decker” has not yet been renewed for Season 2, but there’s no reason to lie low in the meantime. We have plenty of opportunities just waiting for the right actor to come along—and that could be you:
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Whether you’re new to the scene or a seasoned veteran, our guides can help you kick-start and/or level up your acting career: