In Southland, Michael Cudlitz plays Officer John Cooper, Regina King plays Detective Lydia Adams, and Ben McKenzie plays Officer Ben Sherman. The show follows LAPD officers in South Los Angeles.
Main cast
- Officer John CooperMichael Cudlitz1–5Main
- Detective Lydia AdamsRegina King1–5Main
- Officer Ben ShermanBenjamin McKenzie1–5Main
- Detective Sammy BryantShawn Hatosy1–5Main
- Detective Nate MorettaKevin Alejandro1–4Main
- Officer Chickie BrownArija Bareikis1–5Main
- Detective Russell ClarkeTom Everett Scott1–4Main
- Officer Dewey DudekC. Thomas Howell2–5Main
Supporting cast
- Daniel ‘Sal’ SalingerMichael McGrady1–5Supp
- Tammi BryantEmily Bergl1–5Supp
- Lt. Daniel Van BurenJohnathon Schaech2–3Supp
Guest & voice
- Officer John Cooper’s motherLindsay Crouse2Guest
- Rachel (nanny)Drew Barrymore2Guest
- Detective Kenny ValenzuelaPatrick Fischler4Guest
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About this cast
Southland is an American police drama that originally aired on NBC for one season before moving to TNT for four more. The series focuses on the personal and professional lives of LAPD officers and detectives in South Los Angeles, known for its gritty realism.
FAQs
Who plays John Cooper in Southland?
Michael Cudlitz plays Officer John Cooper.
How many seasons of Southland are there?
Southland has 5 seasons.
Where was Southland filmed?
The series was primarily filmed in Los Angeles, California.
Is Southland based on a true story?
No, it’s a fictional drama, though it was praised for its realistic portrayal of LAPD officers.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026