Order in the court. This fall, fans of Judy Justice have plenty to look forward to.
According to Randy Douthit, the show’s producer and director, the upcoming season of the courtroom reality show promises fresh excitement on the Amazon Prime streaming platform. With a multiyear broadcast syndication deal now in place, Judy Justice is here to stay. And it’s expanding its reach further than ever, bringing the sharp wit of Judge Judith Sheindlin to even more viewers.
“Get ready for 120 new episodes of Judy Justice in the fourth season,” Douthit announced. “Judy is joined by her granddaughter and court clerk, Sarah Rose, stenographer Whitney Kumar, and bailiff Kevin Rasco. This is the Judy Justice team — a brand-new show since we moved to Amazon.”
The inclusion of Sarah Rose, Judge Judy’s granddaughter, has added an extra layer of family connection to the show. But make no mistake, Sheindlin maintains the same engaging, no-nonsense style fans love.
Emmy-Winning Judy Justice Thrives on Amazon
Since its debut on Amazon in November 2021, Judy Justice has proved that Sheindlin is still America’s favorite judge, and her courtroom demeanor is more popular than ever. The program has won two Daytime Emmys for Outstanding Legal/Courtroom Program. It’s been praised for honoring the tone of the classic Judge Judy show while introducing new elements that keep the program fresh and engaging.
For example, a new segment of the show features conversations between Judge Judy and Rose. Rose brings Sheindlin up to speed on modern terms such as “love-bombing” and “trolling,” helping the judge hand down fair verdicts in her characteristic flair. Randy Douthit, who has guided the show to its current heights, credits Amazon for helping them reach new audiences while maintaining a high production standard.
“Amazon has been an amazing partner, absolutely great to work with,” Douthit says. “We also have the benefit of working with the same studio crew with whom we’ve worked for nearly three decades. We have two more Emmys since moving to Amazon. It is an exciting time for the show.”
By keeping many of the original Judge Judy crew intact, Douthit ensures a level of consistency in quality. This is important because, for many viewers, Sheindlin represents more than just a courtroom drama — she taps into a sense of nostalgia. As a fixture of American daytime television for over 25 years, her no-nonsense approach has become a comforting presence in millions of households.
Randy Douthit: ‘The World Gets More Complicated’
It’s not the ’90s anymore, and Judy Justice is ready to take her courtroom to the next level by addressing contemporary legal issues. According to Douthit, the cases featured in the upcoming season are more diverse, complex, and unexpected than ever before.
“As the world gets more complicated, litigation does too,” Douthit explains. “These days, people don’t just sue over one-on-one interactions. They’re suing over social media posts that can reach millions, over the use of [artificial intelligence], and over things that people never could have conceived of 30 years ago.”
These modern-day legal dilemmas highlight Sheindlin’s legal expertise as she adjudicates disputes that range from traditional claims to more technologically advanced issues like intellectual property and defamation via social media. Viewers won’t just be entertained. They’ll also pick up insights on how technology is affecting relationships, communication, and the legal system. According to Randy Douthit, viewers will see many of these dynamic and unpredictable cases in the fourth season of Judy Justice.
A Broadcast Phenomenon
Randy Douthit and Judith Sheindlin’s previous program, Judge Judy, is one of the most successful daytime TV shows of all time. But for the past few years, fans watching broadcast TV haven’t enjoyed any new episodes. That’s all about to change.
Judy Justice is set to hit the airwaves this fall with its syndication in U.S. broadcast markets. The show will be available in all 211 U.S. markets, bridging Sheindlin back to millions of viewers who may not have caught the show on Amazon.
“Viewers can expect a compelling and thought-provoking legal experience in high definition for the first time in broadcast,” said Scott Koondel, executive producer of Judy Justice. “New episodes of Judy Justice have not been exposed to broadcast audiences for three years, and now TV stations nationwide will have original and fresh series to offer their viewers.”
The syndication deal also includes international expansion, with a multiyear agreement for Canadian broadcaster Citytv to air the series. This move marks the first time a streaming series has been licensed for Canadian broadcast, showing the global appeal of Judy Justice and the far-reaching influence of Randy Douthit.