VIDEO: Detroit 1-8-7's James McDaniel Calls Role Some of His Most Emotional Work Yet
James McDaniel, who's been acting more than 32 years, calls his role on ABC's Detroit 1-8-7 some of the most deeply emotional work he's ever done. The NYPD Blue alum stars on the gritty cop drama as Sgt. Longford, who's planning to retire — although, in recent episodes, he's been reconsidering his decision. VIDEO: Michael Imperioli says Detroit 1-8-7 is a cop drama that's funny
James McDaniel, who's been acting more than 32 years, calls his role on ABC's Detroit 1-8-7 some of the most deeply emotional work he's ever done.
The NYPD Blue alum stars on the gritty cop drama as Sgt. Longford, who's planning to retire — although, in recent episodes, he's been reconsidering his decision.
VIDEO: Michael Imperioli says Detroit 1-8-7 is a cop drama that's funny
"That's his major arc — what's he going to do with the rest of his life? Is he going to retire in Tuscany?" McDaniel says.
In the interview below, he shares a sneak peek into the remaining episodes, including the introduction of the son of Louis Fitch (Michael Imperioli).
Detroit 1-8-7 airs Tuesdays at 10/9c on ABC.