The Season 8 premiere episode "A Beautiful Day" is written by Scott Buck (2.04, 2.08, 2.11, 3.03, 3.08, 3.12, 4.03, 4.07, 4.11, 5.02, 5.07, 6.01, 6.12, 7.01, 7.12), and directed by Keith Gordon It officially airs Sunday, June 30. Special Guest Star: Charlotte Rampling. Guest Starring: Sean Patrick Flanery.