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Season 3's new prosecutor for Night Court has fans eager to see how this will impact the show. Played by India De Beaufort in seasons 1 and 2, Wendie Malick's Julianne is replacing Olivia. Although de Beaufort's leaving came as a surprise, viewers already enjoy Malick's interpretation of the character.
The Night Court creators as well as India De Beaufort have not disclosed the causes of her leaving. She might have chosen to leave or was written off of the program. But de Beaufort posted on Instagram about grieving a death, which might have influenced her choice. Olivia's plot also naturally concluded, thus the writers might have to introduce a new prosecutor.
Whatever the cause, de Beaufort's leaving marks yet another change in the lineup of Night Court. Night Court has always featured a whirl of supporting characters. Olivia's leaving is noteworthy since she was major player in the narrative of the show. De Beaufort's Instagram post, however, implies that she and the producers have no hard feelings, thus she might make a guest appearance going forward.
Night Court assigned a familiar face to cover Olivia's duties. Two Night Court episodes feature Wendie Malick's Julianne, a character who has also made appearances in She first presented herself as a former prisoner exacting retribution against John Larroquette's character, Dan Fielding. As part of a revenge scheme, she tried to flirt with him; finally, she set fire to his house and pilfers his wallet.
Appearances of Wendie Malick's Julianne
Malick's character debuted in the January 31, 2023 episode "Dan vs. Dating" then returned a year later in "Wrath of Comic-Con" on January 30, 2024. Dan and Julianne alluded in the later episode of a romantic relationship, which will probably be covered in season three. Julianne still yearns for retribution even if her aims toward Dan seem to have softened. Her ideal way to exact revenge on Dan would be to become a prosecutor confronting him straight in the courtroom.
Julianne has been shown as past criminal rather than a prosecutor. But Deadline's portrayal of Julianne as "a sophisticated, savvy woman and accomplished attorney who also knows how to make a shank out of a spoon" points to Night Court using her prison background into her new position.
Many people worried about how Olivia's leaving would impact Night Court. But the perfect fit for filling in her shoes is Wendie Malick's Julianne. After all, Night Court is a comedy, and the chemistry among its characters drives the program to life. Julianne's change from Dan's enemy to a prosecutor undercutting his authority in the courtroom generates funny possibilities.
Malick and Larroquette are comedic powerhouses; seeing them square off in court promises to provide lively and interesting moments. Malick was a funny addition to Night Court on her guest appearances, and her performance as President Hagemeyer in Young Sheldon clearly displayed her comic abilities. The dynamic between Malick and Larroquette will surely energize the reboot and provide Night Court with a fresh viewpoint.
Showing nine seasons between 1984 and 1992, Night Court is a sitcom. Harry Anderson's character, Harry T. Stone, a presiding judge employed at a Manhattan night court, drives the show. NBC brought back the show in 2023 with Melissa Rauch filling in as Manhattan Municipal Court's new judge. Although the comeback has not drawn the same critical praise as its predecessor, it has become well-liked for resurrecting John Larroquette as Dan Fielding, an original series character.