With Reid Scott, Law & Order turns to a proven performer to replace Jeffrey Donovan’s Frank Cosgrove.

Casting turnover is the name of the game when it comes to theLaw & Orderfranchise.

Now, just two years later both actors are gone.

LAW & ORDER – “Freedom of Expression” Episode 23001 – Pictured: Reid Scott as Det. Vincent Riley

Anderson departed after season 21 and Donovan after season 22.

But first, lets quickly examine something we dont have the official answer for.

Why Did Jeffrey Donovan Leave Law & Order?

As previously stated, cast members leaving is really no big deal forLaw & Order.

Thats bound to happen for a franchise that has run for decades.

Still, even with that in mind, Donovans stint as Frank Cosgrove was unusually short.

Being too honest about things people arent too honest about these days.

Well there you have it.

He just got jammed up.

Where Have You Seen Reid Scott Before?

But even in that heightened environment, Scotts Egan stood out.

Scott is also known to TV fans for playing sleazy talk show host Gordon Ford onThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.

Hes also voiced two DC Comics characters as Jonathan Kent inMy Adventures with Supermanand Commissioner Gordon inMerry Little Batman.

Law & Order season 23 airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. on NBC.