Dick Wolf is gearing up for the release of his latest police procedural series,On Call, which will star Lori Loughlin in her first leading TV role since her legal troubles. The series will be a half-hour procedural and is set for streaming on Prime Video.On Callwill be the next addition to Wolf’s repertoire of iconic crime dramas, likeLaw & Orderandthe One Chicago franchise. It will also star Eriq La Salle (ER), Troian Bellisario (Pretty Little Liars), Rich Ting (Tulsa King), and Brandon Larracuente (The Good Doctor).
The first images revealed by Prime Video (viaTVLine) come along withthe announcement of the June 07, 2025 release date, and show Bellisario as a hard-charging but protective veteran officer, Traci Harmon, who is struggling to find her place in the department while training the next generation of officers. Larracuente playsAlex Diaz, an ambitious rookie who struggles to maintain his positive attitudeas he becomes aware of the difficulties he’ll face in today’s climate. The pictures also show Loughlin as Lieutenant Bishop, Rich Ting as Sergeant Koyama, and finally, La Salle as Sergeant Lasman. La Salle will also serve as an executive producer and director for the show. Check out the images below:
What This Means For On Call
A New Format
In contrast to the hour-long formats of his previous series, Wolf’s decision to launchOn Callas a half-hour procedural hints ata new strategy that could make the show more digestible for modern streaming audiences, delivering fast-paced entertainment that fits today’s binge-watching trends. With Wolf’s reputation for creating intriguing, long-running franchises,On Callcan carve out its own space while still catering to viewers who enjoy the emotion-filled procedural narratives that the producer is famous for.
On the other hand, Loughlin’s casting as Lieutenant Bishop is a high-stakes comeback, as it will be her first significant role since the fallout from the college admissions scandal.Her involvement could face some scrutiny, and perhaps even affect the performance of the show. However, if it is well received, it could pave the way forLoughlin’s returnto mainstream television. Additionally, with police dramas increasingly being examined for their portrayal of law enforcement, Wolf’s new project may need to find a careful balance between avoiding backlash while still delivering engaging, dramatized storylines.
Our Take On The Upcoming Show
It Could Be A Success
With a talented cast andWolf’s trademark storytellingat its core,On Callhas everything it needs to be a success. The half-hour format has the potential to be a game changer, offering concise yet engaging episodes that fit right into the streaming landscape. However, much of the show’s success will depend on how well it handles the current cultural sensitivities surrounding law enforcement portrayals, and whether Loughlin’s performance will be able to win over the skeptical viewers. If the series can find the right balance,On Callcould set itself as the new standard for the procedural genre.
On Callwill premiere on August 17, 2025, on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
