Well, I knew this was coming, but hearing it announced makes it more real.   Kathryn Erbe, Vincent D’Onofrio and Eric Bogosian are all expected to be phased out of Law & Order:  Criminal Intent during the upcoming season, the show’s ninth.

Jeff Goldblum, whose style fits more with USA Network’s preference for “lighter fare,” will continue as the lead detective on the show.  Saffron Burrows will partner with him as a replacement for Julianne Nicholson, who recently left the show to have a baby.

Given all the cast and character changes on CI the last few seasons, Eames and Goren were the one stable, lasting element of the show.  The buzz is that D’Onofrio might be back occasionally in guest spots, but to me, this show will not be the same without Eames and Goren.   I better enjoy this last season with them while I can!

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