Necessary Roughness is a USA Network television series starring Scott Cohen and Callie Thorne. The one-hour drama show has been found for 12 episodes on January 19, 2011. The show debuted on June 29, 2011, with a premiere event. The 2nd year proved on June 6, 2012. On January 7, 2013, USA Network announced the show had been renewed for a season, which began on June 12, 2013.