In Just 1 Day, ABC’s The Lincoln Lawyer Replacement With 80% RT Is an Instant Streaming Sensation

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The new series R.J. Decker, which has taken over for The Lincoln Lawyer, is quickly becoming a hit on streaming platforms. It premiered on March 3rd and can be watched on Hulu.

According to FlixPatrol, the new TV show R.J. Decker quickly became popular on Hulu, landing at number two on their Top 10 list on March 6, 2026. It was only beaten by High Potential, a crime series featuring Kaitlin Olson as a detective. R.J. Decker follows a former convict who starts a new life as a private investigator in South Florida. Even after just one episode, the show is getting a lot of attention and positive reviews from critics.

R.J. Decker Shares Several Similarities with The Lincoln Lawyer

ABC’s latest show is proving popular with viewers, especially after the end of Suits on Netflix in February. Both shows center around lawyers with personal struggles who don’t always follow traditional rules. In The Lincoln Lawyer, Mickey Haller (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) works from his car, a Lincoln Navigator. Meanwhile, R.J. Decker takes on strange and quirky cases as a private investigator, often with a comedic twist.

Initial reactions to the new show, R.J. Decker, have been very positive. Critics and viewers alike are enjoying its fresh take on crime dramas. Based on Carl Hiaasen’s novel Double Whammy, the series successfully combines exciting action with a lighthearted and funny tone.

Currently, the film R.J. Decker has an 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. While some reviewers point out the plot is predictable, they generally agree that surprising twists and interesting characters make it an enjoyable movie.

Viewers on Rotten Tomatoes were very positive about the choice of actor Max Speedman for the role of R.J. Decker. One commenter said Speedman was a perfect fit for the character, and described the show as a blend of Magnum P.I. and a Miami vibe.

R.J. Decker’s Upcoming Episodes Tease Plenty of Danger For Its Protagonist

Alongside Speedman, the main cast of R.J. Decker features several characters who have been hinted at as adding both drama and humor. Jaina Lee Ortiz plays Emi Ochoa, the woman responsible for sending R.J. to prison, and Kevin Rankin stars as “Wish” Aiken, his former cellmate. Adelaide Clemens portrays Catherine Delacroix, R.J.’s ex-wife and a journalist, and Bevin Bru plays Mel Abreu, Catherine’s current wife, who works as a detective in the local police department.

The show follows Decker as he attempts a fresh start as a private investigator in South Florida, but his cases are anything but normal, varying from strange to completely unbelievable. He’ll also cross paths with a mysterious new supporter and a woman from his past who could either help him succeed or send him back to jail.

R.J. Decker is now streaming on Hulu, and new episodes air Tuesdays on ABC.

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2026-03-06 22:06