Eric Balfour, most recently seen on 24 and The Ex-List, will soon guest star on Life on Mars.

Our thanks to Michael Ausiello of Entertainment Weekly for making this casting announcement. Regarding the role Balfour will play, the television columnist reports:

Sources confirm that Balfour will play the younger brother of Michael Imperioli's cop character. His airdate is yet to be announced.

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