True Detective's premiere season aired early in 2014 on HBO, but according to some the show might be taking over a coveted spot in the network's lineup.

'True Detective' Getting A 'Chinatown' Spin For Highly Anticipated 2nd Season

On Friday, True Detective Rumors suggested perhaps that the show might be looking to score Boardwalk Empire's placement in the fall. The prohibition drama begins its last eight episode season this September, meaning the space will be open, and True Detective has proven that it has the ratings and the interest to fill it.

With Game Of Thrones airing in the spring, True Detective's shift to the fall could help the network space out it's most highly anticipated programming. With the departure of True Blood this month added to Boardwalk Empire's finale, HBO might opt to play it safe with True Detective instead of opting for brand new shows back to back in the summer and fall.

'True Detective' Stars Might Have To Do Their 'Homework' For Season 2

While the fall slot would be a bonus for Nic Pizzolatto's crime drama, it would mean fans will have to wait a little while longer for the program's highly anticipated second season. Casting rumors this summer have reached epic heights and with all the buzz surrounding the series, which recently received a number of Emmy nominations, the wait could spark a lot of talk amongst viewers.

Currently the show is in the process of casting season two, and while actors Colin Farrell (Minority Report, Saving Mr. Banks) and Vince Vaughn (Wedding Crashers, Into the Wild)  seem like strong contenders, no decisions have been formally announced.

True Detective returns to HBO for a second season in 2015.

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