Law & Order Shakeup: Reid Scott Exits as James Badge Dale Joins Season 26

Reid Scott is leaving Law & Order after three seasons as Senior Detective Vincent Riley; James Badge Dale will replace him as the new Senior Detective in Season 26. The exit is described as amicable, with Scott citing a cross‑country commute and time with family. Dale joins a returning cast including Tony Goldwyn, Hugh Dancy, Maura Tierney and Odelya Halevi; Season 26 premieres October 8 at 10 PM on NBC.