A new Bosch spin-off series has been announced by Prime Video, which will follow Detective Renée Ballard who is tasked with running the LAPD’s new cold case division. The story, as described in an official Prime Video press release, will see Ballard run “a poorly funded, all-volunteer unit with the largest caseload in the city.” The currently untitled is based on the character by author Michael Connelly, who will produce the show alongside Fabel Entertainment.
“Ballard approaches these frozen-in-time cases with empathy and determination,” reads the official description. “When she uncovers a larger conspiracy during her investigations, she’ll lean on the assistance of her retired ally, Harry Bosch, to navigate the dangers that threaten both her unit and her life.”
“From books to screen, Michael Connelly creates authentic and suspenseful stories, led by distinctive characters who make audiences care and connect,” shared Lauren Anderson, head of AVOD originals, unscripted, and targeted programming at Amazon MGM Studios.
“Renée Ballard is one of those characters. She instantly captivated readers with hints of a troubled 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 pursuing justice,” continued Anderson.
“It is so exciting to bring Renée Ballard to the screen and to do it with Prime Video, my streaming partners for going on 10 years. This show will have the same authenticity and propulsive momentum of Bosch: Legacy. Fans of the books will love it,” added Michael Connelly.
The series is executive produced by Michael Connelly, Michael Alaimo, and Kendall Sherwood. 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.
What to know about Bosch: Legacy
The current Bosch spin-off “follows Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver), a retired homicide detective turned private investigator, as he embarks on the next chapter of his career; attorney Honey “Money” Chandler, who struggles to maintain her faith in the justice system after surviving an attempted murder; and Maddie Bosch as she discovers the possibilities and challenges of being a rookie patrol cop on the streets of Los Angeles,” according to the official synopsis.
Additional returning cast members include Martin Rose (David Moses), Det. Joan Bennett (Cynthia Kaye McWilliams), Sgt. John Mankiewicz (Scott Klace), Det. Julie Espinosa (Jacqueline Pinol), Christine Vega (Jacqueline Obradors), Rondell Pierce (DaJuan Johnson), and Det. Brad Conniff (David Marciano).
Bosch: Legacy is available on Amazon Freevee and Prime Video internationally. It hails from Fabel Entertainment and is executive produced by Michael Connelly, Eric Overmyer, Tom Bernardo, Henrik Bastin, Pieter Jan Brugge, and lead star Titus Welliver.
