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Season 1 – R.J. Decker

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R.J. Decker is a disgraced newspaper photographer and ex-con who starts over as a private investigator in the colorful-if-crime-filled world of South Florida. The series follows him tackling cases that range from slightly odd to outright bizarre with the help of his journalist ex, her police detective wife and a shadowy new benefactor -- a woman from his past who could be his greatest ally -- or his one-way ticket back to prison.
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Critics Reviews

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Angie Han The Hollywood Reporter Mar 4, 2026
Though it’s certainly possible Speedman will grow into the part as the season progresses, he comes off as simultaneously too sweaty and too clean-cut in the early going. Go to Full Review Aramide Tinubu Variety Mar 3, 2026
Though the show’s structure is rather run-of-the-mill despite some very bizarre crimes, the characters keep this series buoyant. Go to Full Review Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times Mar 3, 2026
If you’re the sort who likes to let a network play straight through prime time, this is a good place to park. Go to Full Review Charlotte Ivers Sunday Times (UK) Aug 17, 2026
RJ Decker breaks every rule for making good TV. It makes for seriously good TV. Go to Full Review Julia Swift My Champlain Valley May 23, 2026
7/10
The escapist light mystery we need right now starring Scott Speedman. Comedy and joy break through in this drama of a reporter starting over as a private investigator in Florida. Go to Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media Mar 10, 2026
3/5
This offbeat, crime-solving dramatic comedy features a man who's trying to find justice for deserving people in his own way while celebrating some of the distinct (and often downright strange) vibes Florida is known for. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Troy P @RT93417966 Oct 5, 2026 Speedman, is great, but most of the rest of the cast sucks—way too many female cast members who have their own stories in every episode. I mean, my God, this show makes it look like Miami has a 4-to-1 ratio of women to men. The show is supposed to be about Decker, not Decker's friends. Odd that you would swipe the whole Rockford Files plot and then ignore that show's ability to build every story around Rockford and the client of the week. No one cares about an ex-hookup that 1 of the 2 lesbians on the show had five years ago. We also don't need a season-long subplot about the on again/off again love interest's father's death. This show could be great if they would ditch the extra baggage. Make the show about Decker and his clients, and rotate in some good recurring cast members. See more J M @RT92969259 Sep 16, 2026 All that matters is that it checks all the politically correct boxes. Entertainment, character development and plot is secondary. How groundbreaking.. See more Sam J @RT94053198 Aug 21, 2026 I really liked that they tried to blend modern police/crime dramas with their own twist, a new classic from ABC. See more Admiral B @admiral_mohamed Aug 4, 2026 Pretty good i will be waiting for season two See more Stefan S @RT56752461 Jul 26, 2026 just fun to watch: gr8 actors, weird crimes and most of all: happy together with the bunch: they are gr8❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ See more Andrei D @RT74856639 Jul 21, 2026 Speedman's generally goofy charm mostly delivers, the rest of the cast kind of works, but the need to deliver an overall conspiracy makes it hard to enjoy the cases of the week See more Read all reviews
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Paul McGuigan

Director

Robert Doherty

Creator

Scott Speedman

RJ Decker

Jaina Lee Ortiz

Emilia "Emi" Ochoa

Kevin Rankin

Aloysius "Wish" Aiken

Adelaide Clemens

Catherine Delacroix

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 3, 2026 Pilot Ex-con photographer R.J. Decker becomes a private investigator in South Florida, solving strange cases with help from his journalist ex, her cop wife, and an enigmatic woman from his past who may help or destroy him. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 10, 2026 Twenty Pounds of Clem in a Ten-Pound Bag Wish enlists R.J.'s help on a bizarre case when his late cellmate's son is wrongly accused of murder. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 17, 2026 The Needle and the Damage Done R.J. is recruited by Emi to investigate the disappearance of a wealthy rehab tycoon's son; Mel and Catherine discover they have different views on parenting and finances. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 24, 2026 In Vanity Veritas R.J. finds himself at the center of a suburban housewife murder mystery; Catherine worries that R.J. is getting too close to Emi. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 31, 2026 Burn Notice R.J. unravels the truth about a Little League coach whose family is being mysteriously targeted; R.J.'s parole officer worries that he is pushing the boundaries of his conditional release. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 7, 2026 Brenner's Back R.J. helps a young woman uncover the truth behind her boyfriend's sudden death; a dangerous figure from R.J.'s past resurfaces, bent on revenge. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 14, 2026 You've Got Bale R.J. takes on a strange case following a grocery store robbery gone wrong; Emi's loyalty is tested when her father's misdeeds come to light. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 21, 2026 Burn the Boats R.J. struggles with a difficult decision; Emi must contend with her family's secrets. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 28, 2026 Even Walls Fall Down After R.J. learns the truth about what happened on the fateful day Lucas stole his camera, he enlists his inner circle to help him take down Victor Ochoa. Details

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Season Info

Director
Paul McGuigan
Creator
Robert Doherty
Executive Producer
Robert Doherty, Carl Hiaasen, Carl Beverly, Sarah Timberman, Jason Tracey, Paul McGuigan, Liz Friedman, Christine Moore
Screenwriter
Robert Doherty
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-14 (L|V)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 3, 2026
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