Madsen will play a nemesis of Danny (Donnie Wahlberg) on the CBS cop drama.
Michael Madsen has signed up for a guest role on Blue Bloods.
The CBS cop drama – starring Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg – focuses on a family of New York police officers.
Recently released from prison, his character John will swear vengeance on Danny Reagan (Wahlberg), the detective who sent him to jail years before.
Madsen is best known for his roles in such films as Kill Bill, Donnie Brasco, Free Willy and Sin City.
Earlier this year, he appeared on the UK’s Celebrity Big Brother 9 – aired on Channel 5 – and recently featured in the music video for Justin Bieber’s new single ‘As Long As You Love Me’.
Madsen’s Blue Bloods appearance will air on CBS on October 5. The series transmits on Sky Atlantic in the UK.