“‘Bosch’ Spinoff Over Cold Case Detective”. Renée Ballard ordered on Amazon

Amazon main video has ordered a “bosco” spinoff about the LAPD’s cold case division and Det. Renee Ballard.

The 10-episode series was first reported as being in process at Amazon MGM Studios in February. Like “Bosch,” the series will be based on the work of author Michael Connelly.

According to the official description, the currently untitled series “follows Detective Renée Ballard, who is tasked with leading the LAPD’s new cold case division, an all-volunteer and underfunded unit with the largest caseload in the city. . Ballard approaches these frozen-in-time cases with empathy and determination. When she uncovers a larger conspiracy during her investigations, she will depend on the help of her retired ally, Harry Bosch, to navigate the dangers that threaten both her unit and her life.”

“It’s very exciting to bring Renée Ballard to the screen and do it with Prime Video, my streaming partners for 10 years,” Connelly said. “This show will have the same authenticity and driving momentum as ‘Bosch: Legacy.’ “Fans of the books will love it.”

At the time the Ballard series was reported to be in the works, it was also reported that a spin-off centered on “Bosch” character Jerry Edgar was also in development, with Jamie Hector set to reprise the role. According to a person with knowledge of the series. project, still in development.

The Ballard series is executive produced by Connelly, Michael Alaimo and Kendall Sherwood. Alaimo and Sherwood will also serve as showrunners. Henrik Bastin and Melissa Aouate will executive produce for Fabel Entertainment with Jasmine Russ as co-executive producer. Jamie Boscardin Martin and Trey Batchelor will also serve as co-executive producers. Theresa Snider will co-executive produce for Hieronymus Pictures.

“Alaimo and Sherwood have done an incredible job bringing Renée to life and creating a show that feels contemporary and fresh while honoring the Michael Connelly Universe. As producers of Bosch and Bosch: Legacy, we are confident that fans will love this new installment of the franchise,” said Bastin, CEO of Fabel Entertainment.

“Bosch” has proven to be the iron horse of Amazon’s streaming ambitions. The original series aired for seven seasons on Prime Video until 2021, making it Amazon’s longest-running scripted series to date. The spin-off series “Bosch: Legacy,” in which Titus Welliver returned as Harry Bosch, debuted on Amazon Freevee in 2022. The second season premiered on October 20.

“From books to screen, Michael Connelly creates authentic, suspenseful stories led by distinctive characters that make audiences care and connect,” said Lauren Anderson, director of original, unscripted and directed AVOD programming at Amazon. MGM Studios. “Renée Ballard is one of those characters. She instantly captivated readers with hints of a turbulent past and a protective layer of idiosyncrasies she developed to survive. “We look forward to expanding the Bosch universe with Michael and introducing viewers to Ballard’s personal approach to seeking justice.”

Ballard has been a major character in five of Connelly’s novels to date, beginning with “The Late Show” in 2017. He also made a minor appearance in Connelly’s book “Resurrection Walk” in 2023, which is part of his book “Lincoln Lawyer.” series. “The Lincoln Lawyer” has been adapted into a film starring Matthew McConaughey and a television series, currently in its third season on Netflix.

(Pictured: Michael Alaimo and Kendall Sherwood)