Summary
Things are taking a turn onElsbethSeason 2.
And also, its fun to see her in the courtroom in a different, more passive, capacity.
Shes used to being one of the lawyers in charge.
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Shes got her special sixth sense working overtime, and something just doesnt seem quite right.
Episode 7 is a big one for Elsbeth, because we get to finally meet her son Teddy!
What was it like to finally explore this side of her?
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I just adore how the writers are fleshing it out.
And its so easy to play because Im absolutely smitten with Ben.
The actor joins the hit CBS procedural playing Elsbeth’s son Teddy.
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Were also getting more hints at her personal life, and what might have caused her move from Chicago.
Is it fun to really get to explore this aspect of this character youve played for so long?
PRESTON: Of course!
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Tell me about that experience, and getting to play off each other in this sphere.
PRESTON: Weve worked together many times, including on each others TV shows, so this seemed natural.
The writers cooked up a meaty role for him, and of course he is going to really deliver.
We put aside our husband/wife roles for a bit when we act together.
We are interacting as Judge Crawford and Elsbeth.
Elsbeth is on to him even when she doesnt quite know what hes done or why.
And Michael is such a brilliant actor, so our scenes really crackle.
And listen, the Elsbeth set is a good time!
We keep it very positive and fun and I think he enjoyed that aspect of it, too.
It looks like Judge Crawford is going to be around for a while.
What can you tease about how he and Elsbeth will continue to go toe to toe?
PRESTON: He flusters her, and she doesnt catch him right away.
Hes a worthy opponent, and its going to be a little cat and mouse for a while.
But dont count her out.
And what I love is that Elsbeth is aware of that, too.
There is so much injustice in the world, but in the world of Elsbeth, justice is served.
It may seem tidy, but I think its aspirational.
What can you tease about what the rest of the season will hold for her?
And theres always Gonzo to cheer everyone up!
The first seven episodes ofElsbethSeason 2 are out now.
New episodes premiere on CBS on Thursdays and stream next day on Paramount+.
