The CW network has announced that they have secured the U.S. broadcast rights to the first two seasons of the Canadian drama series, “Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent.” This exciting news has fans eagerly anticipating the premiere of the 10-episode first season on the CW this fall as part of the network’s new 2025-2026 lineup.
“Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent” follows the Specialized Criminal Investigations Unit’s detective duo, Detective Sergeants Henry Graff and Frankie Bateman, portrayed by Aden Young and Kathleen Munroe, as they investigate high-profile homicides in Canada’s largest metropolis. The series delves into various worlds such as high finance, politics, real estate, and media, showcasing the detectives’ unique investigative skills and psychological tactics.
The CW network president, Brad Schwartz, expressed his excitement for the upcoming series, stating, “‘Law & Order Criminal Intent: Toronto’ is the next gripping chapter of one of the greatest and most recognizable broadcast television brands of all time, and we can’t wait to bring this series to The CW this fall.”
Developed by Rene Balcer and based on the format created by Dick Wolf, “Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent” is showrun by Tassie Cameron, with executive producers including Erin Haskett, Amy Cameron, Alex Patrick, and David Valleau. The series is produced by Lark Productions and Cameron Pictures Inc. in association with Universal International Studios and Citytv, with NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution handling distribution.
The first season of “Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent” premiered in Canada in 2024, becoming the top primetime premiere on Citytv and the top primetime debut for a drama that season. Currently, the second season is airing in Canada, building on the success of the first season.
Fans of the “Law & Order” franchise and crime drama enthusiasts can look forward to the thrilling and captivating storyline of “Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent” as it makes its debut on The CW this fall. Stay tuned for more updates and be prepared to immerse yourself in the world of high-stakes investigations and criminal psychology.
