Being a good television screenwriter requires an understanding of the way film accelerates the communication of words.

Law and NYPD Blue as well as some notable flops such as Cop Rock. After a lull Bochco co-created the long-running NYPD Blue (1993–2005) with David Milch. However in spring 2006 he left the show because of conflicts with ABC and shortly afterward the program was canceled.

A. He has developed a number of popular television hits including Hill Street Blues L. Law and NYPD Blue as well as some notable flops such as Cop Rock.