RJ Decker: Sunshine State PI's Wild Cases

Scott Speedman takes on the lead role of RJ Decker, a disgraced newspaper photographer with a past in prison, who reinvents himself as a private investigator in the colorful world of South Florida. The series, adapted from Carl Hiaasen's novel *Double Whammy*, is set to premiere on March 3 on ABC at 10 p.m. ET, with subsequent streaming on Hulu the following day.

RJ Decker's new career involves tackling cases that range from the peculiar to the downright bizarre. He receives assistance from his journalist ex, her police detective wife, and a potentially significant benefactor from his past. This enigmatic figure could prove to be either his greatest asset or the cause of his return to incarceration.

The show also features Jaina Lee Ortiz as Emi Ochoa, a shrewd character with connections to RJ's history and ties to a powerful, corrupt state senator. Speedman, previously known for his role on *Grey's Anatomy*, has commented on the intense fan reactions to his character's return, noting their strong opinions on relationships within the show.

Fans expressed significant opinions upon the announcement of Speedman's involvement, with some reactions on social media being notably negative. Speedman himself addressed these responses, finding humor in the fans' deep investment in the characters and their storylines.