David Ajala has officially joined the cast of “Law and Order” Season 25 in a series regular capacity. Ajala will portray a detective working alongside Det. Vincent Reilly, played by Reid Scott. The upcoming season will also feature actors such as Tony Goldwyn, Maura Tierney, Odelya Halevi, and Hugh Dancy.
Ajala is well-acquainted with television audiences, particularly for his role as Cleveland “Book” Booker in “Star Trek: Discovery” on Paramount+. His tenure on the show began in its third season and concluded in its fifth and final season. Ajala has also appeared in other notable series including “Nightflyers,” “The Jetty,” “Falling Water,” “Supergirl,” and “Law & Order: UK.” His film experiences span across titles like “The Dark Knight,” “The Fast & the Furious 6,” “Jupiter Ascending,” and “Starred Up.” Professionally, he is represented by CAA, Independent Talent Group, Strand Entertainment, and Goodman Genow.
Season 25 of “Law and Order” is set to premiere on September 25 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC, with streaming availability on Peacock the following day. The series credits its executive production team to Dick Wolf, Rick Eid, Alex Hall, and Peter Jankowski and is produced by Universal Television in partnership with Wolf Entertainment.
The iconic series “Law and Order,” which initially premiered in 1990, captivated viewers for 20 seasons until 2010. It experienced a revival in 2022, marking its 21st season. Over the years, the show’s legacy has expanded into multiple spinoffs such as “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” and “Law & Order: Organized Crime.”
In related news for “Law and Order” enthusiasts, the series has launched a FAST channel available on platforms such as LG Channels, Pluto TV, Prime Video, The Roku Channel, Samsung TV Plus, and Xumo Play. Currently, Seasons 5-10 are accessible, with plans to add more seasons over time.
Ajala’s involvement in the series is anticipated to bring a fresh dynamic to the longstanding franchise, appealing to both long-time fans and new viewers alike.