Law & Order Season 23, Episode 7 Sneak Peek Unveils New Prosecutor Taking Over from Jack McCoy

A teaser for the new Law & Order trailer hints at a replacement for Jack McCoy, the DA in the popular crime and legal show. Sam Waterston played McCoy from season 5 in 1994 until the show's cancellation after season 20 in 2010. He briefly returned for season 21 in 2022, but left midway through season 23.

NBC recently released the trailer for episode 7 of Law & Order season 23, titled "Balance of Power." You can watch it below, courtesy of TV Promos:

The trailer shows different characters talking about DA Nicholas Baxter, who is taking over Jack's position. They mention that Baxter is ambitious and likes to do things his own way. As Baxter starts showing his strong personality, it becomes clear that there will be significant changes in the team dynamics.

How Long Will Tony Goldwyn Stay On Law & Order?

Tony Goldwyn as DA Nicholas Baxter in Law and Order Season 23 - How Long Will Tony Goldwyn Stay On Law & Order?

It remains uncertain how long Goldwyn's Nicholas Baxter will continue to appear on the show. The Law & Order cast has experienced many changes over the years. Despite the revival season featuring familiar characters, the longest any main cast member has stayed on the show is 3 seasons. This suggests that producers are likely eager to retain new cast members, unless they are not well-received by the audience, like Robert California in The Office season 8.

Steve Carell, who played Michael Scott in The Office, left the show after seven seasons. The sitcom struggled to find a permanent replacement lead before eventually coming to an end after nine seasons.

Goldwyn has had various television roles throughout his career. While he has often appeared in one-episode cameos on popular shows like The Good Wife, Lovecraft Country, Dexter, Murphy Brown, and Matlock, he is best known for his role as President Fitzgerald Grant on the hit series Scandal. The show ran for seven seasons on ABC from 2012 to 2018, with Goldwyn appearing in all 124 episodes.

In addition to his past work, Goldwyn is set to guest star in the upcoming season 3 of Hacks. Even though he won't be a main cast member, this shouldn't affect his performance as the new DA. The future of Law & Order beyond season 24 is uncertain, but if more seasons are approved, it's likely that the new DA character will continue to be featured for a significant period of time.

Law & Order airs on NBC on Thursdays at 8/7C.

Source: TV Promos/NBC

Editor's P/S:

The Law & Order franchise has long been a staple of primetime television, and the departure of Jack McCoy marked a significant change for the show. The teaser for episode 7 of season 23 hints at a potential replacement for McCoy in the form of DA Nicholas Baxter, played by Tony Goldwyn. While it remains unclear how long Goldwyn will stay on the show, his casting suggests that the producers are looking to make a long-term investment in the character.

Goldwyn's previous roles, including his starring turn as President Fitzgerald Grant on "Scandal," demonstrate his ability to portray complex and compelling characters. The teaser for episode 7 showcases Baxter's strong personality and ambition, hinting at potential conflicts within the team. It will be interesting to see how Baxter's character develops and how he interacts with the other members of the Law & Order cast.