We’ve seen it time and again: actors moving from in front of the camera to behind it.

Much is true forEric Christian Olsen.

The flagshipNCISshow returns for Season 22 this month alongside the newest addition to the franchise,NCIS: Origins.

The cast of NCIS: Los Angeles Season 14

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Ever since the series ended last year, Olsen has been busybehindthe camera.

Olsen revealed toSoapsback in July that he’s now serving as an Executive Producer on the quickly successfulMatlockreboot.

The impressive pilotdrew a lot of eyesin a mere three days.

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Matlock follows the brilliant criminal defense attorney Ben Matlock as he solves complex cases in Atlanta. Known for his astute investigative skills and courtroom strategies, Matlock seeks justice for his clients while navigating challenges posed by legal adversaries, uncovering hidden truths, and championing fairness in the judicial system.

The show starsKathy Bates, who recently saidthis was her last acting project, ironically enough.

Would Eric Christian Olsen Ever Return to His ‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ Character?

According toTV Line, “not so much.”

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He gets to exercise his acting chops, in a way.

HisNCIS: Los Angelesonscreen wife, Daniela Ruah, is actually his real-life sister-in-law.

Ruah is married Olsen’s brother,David Paul Olsen.

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Im sure at some point that we will, Olsen explains.

you might watch the premiere episode ofMatlockon CBS and catch the next episode on October 17.

Stay with Collider for the latest updates.

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Cast

Matlock follows the brilliant criminal defense attorney Ben Matlock as he solves complex cases in Atlanta.

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NCIS: Los Angeles

Eric Christian Olsen