Stop what you’re doing and read this exclusive casting roundup I
just compiled. Seriously, it’ll be the most important thing you do all
day.
• Jason Alexander has booked a killer (ha!) guest stint on CBS’
Criminal Minds. “It’s a really crazy role,” says executive producer Ed
Bernero. “He’s going to come in and turn himself in, but we have no
idea who his victims are. So we have to reverse profile.” The episode’s
slated to kick off November sweeps.
• James Streisand Brolin is headed to Law & Order: SVU, where
he’ll play an ex-military man with a connection to Chris Meloni’s
Stabler in the show’s season premiere. The episode will also feature
Chris Elliott as a stalkerish-looking dude who’s accused of being — OMFG! — a stalker.
• Justine Bateman, who’s turning into quite the serial guest star of
late (see also Men in Trees, Desperate Housewives, etc), is adding an episode of Psych to her ever-expanding resume. She’ll play
Victoria, the long-discussed-but-never-seen estranged wife of Det.
Lassiter (Timothy Omundson). Psych kicks off its third season on July
18. But you already knew that.
• Prison Break is adding a new branch to Jodi Lyn O’Keefe’s family
tree this season. Producers are looking for an actress to play
Gretchen’s sister, a run-of-the-mill suburban mom who’s less than thrilled to get a visit from her sis. And I’d be heading into
serious spoiler territory if I told you why that is. So I won’t.
See, aren’t you glad you stopped what you were doing? Thought so. Now, tell
me: Which of these casting scoopbits are you most (and least) excited
about? The comments section is open and ready to accept your votes!
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Psych! I love that show so much, I can barely wait for the 18th! And Justine Bateman as the woman who can subdue Lassiter? perfect!
Lol Jason Alexander as a serial killer? Cant way to see him attempt that one!
Jason Alexander? I know actors are unfortunately typecast because people aren’t willing to think of them in other roles, but it does give me a nervous pause. I have to tell myself that this is the show that James Van Der Beek did an amazing guest starring role in. I’d be less nervous if it wasn’t described as a “crazy” role. I really hope they didn’t write it as a comedic part – especially not a goofy one. I hope this stays true to the show – and that he doesn’t take over the episode. That goes for every guest star, particularly “name” ones.
How about Alexa Davalos as Jodi Lynn’s sister? The only problem is viewers might not be able to tell them apart.
Ohhhhh, Jodi Lynn O’Keefe is the girl from She’s All That. I knew her name was familiar.
I’m SO excited about Jason Alexander. I am the only person in America to not watch Seinfeld, but I have always thought he was a funny guy. And I love seeing comedians get the chance to do dramatic roles. (Robin Williams on L&O:SVU, for example.) Yay for Criminal Minds!
I am tired of Justine Bateman showing up on all my favorite shows! Please just keep her away from Grey’s Anatomy!
Yay for Brolin and Jason Alexander!
JAMES Brolin? Michael, are you sure it’s not JOSH Brolin? You know what’s supposedly gonna happen in this ep involving this character, don’t you? I’m trying not to be sick here.
I never watched Seinfeld either.
Lauren Graham (ex Gilmore Girls) as Jodi Lyn’s sister, or would that be beneath her?
Is there a chance they changed the direction of Brolin’s character’s storyline in that area that grosses me out? Can you get scoop on his character for us Michael, pleeeeeeeeease? With a Smurf collectable on top?
Love Justine Bateman so much! Would love to see more of her!
I think Justine will be great on PSYCH – and I am sooo ready for the new season to start!
Wait, what’s gonna happen with James Brolin on SVU?
I watched RObin Williams beat the whole bunch in one LAW and ORDER episode. HE got away and they left it open for him to return. I sure hope he does he was fantastic..Alexander can play anything he might be good too.. I would watch it and see for myself though.
George Costanza gose crazy…what else is new :rolls: lol
But isn’t Justine on strike. She was against the AFTRA contract and now she is working on an AFTRA show with Tony Shalub who was for the contract. How can she do that. Hypocrysy thy name is Justine.
I never watched Seinfeld either. And, I think often comedians make good dramatic actors. My concern is that they *are* giving him a part that’s dramatic. The “crazy” thing makes me think not crazy like your typical homicidal unsub, but crazy like “you’ll split your sides laughing” which is not what I want from Criminal Minds. I’ll watch no matter what. The way they sell it is just not putting me at ease. I’ll be so happy to be wrong, though.
I’m so glad we are finally going to meet Lassiter’s estranged wife, and I think Justine Bateman will be great. There is lots of comic potential there.
Never watch any of those shows, so I don’t care.
What?????? No love for Chris Elliot? Slightly bizarre comic actor from RAYMOND and GET A LIFE and Letterman’s various shows, not to mention the movie CABIN BOY?? Can’t wait to see Chris in something dramatic. YOU GO, CHRIS !!!!!!!!!
luv to read you daily! And truly looking forward to see all of these shows!
I am SO excited about L&O:SVU and Criminal Minds. Watch both shows religiously and can’t wait to see both Jason and Chris. Thanks for the info!
I am SO excited about L&O:SVU and Criminal Minds. Watch both shows religiously and can’t wait to see both Jason and Chris. Thanks for the info!
I am SO excited about L&O:SVU and Criminal Minds. Watch both shows religiously and can’t wait to see both Jason and Chris. Thanks for the info!
I am SO excited about L&O:SVU and Criminal Minds. Watch both shows religiously and can’t wait to see both Jason and Chris. Thanks for the info!
Jason Alexander will be great on Criminal Minds, but I’m even more excited about Wil Wheaton’s upcoming episode of that show. If you saw his terrific portrayal of Walter on CSI, you’ll know why.
Sasha Alexander as the sister? Think there was a rumour that she would be joining the cast. Wonder how the sibling dynamic is going to play out. Could be interesting.
Didn’t like Justine on Desperate Housewives, absolutely hated her on Men in Trees.
Can’t wait to see Jason Alexander on CM. I love the concept of reverse profiling.
Never watched Seinfeld. I can only tolerate Jodi Lynn because, well because it’s Prison Break. Her character seems a bit miscast.