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The new hit crime thriller series Cross on Prime Video has just achieved a rare milestone, proving its staying power among audiences.

Cross, the adaptation of James Patterson’s bestselling Alex Cross novels, has now spent 100 consecutive days in Prime Video’s top 10 most-watched series as of March 6, 2025, according to FlixPatrol. This solidifies its place among the platform’s most successful originals, following in the footsteps of Alan Ritchson's Reacher, another hit Amazon series based on a best-selling book franchise. Cross has further proven that audiences have a strong appetite for hard-hitting crime thrillers led by iconic literary protagonists. With its impressive staying power, the series continues to draw viewers, further cementing Amazon’s dominance in the action and crime drama space.

Premiering on November 14, 2024, Cross quickly became a standout success for Amazon. Since its debut, Cross has maintained a strong presence in Prime Video’s rankings. By December...

“Cross” star Samantha Walkes says filming the Season 1 finale of the hit Prime Video series was a “beautiful” collaborative experience between the cast and crew.

“We all sit at that table in the cabin [where] me and the kids [were],” Walkes, who plays Elle Monteiro, began, saying it was the episode’s director Carl Seaton who wanted to bring everyone together for the creative brainstorm. “We sat there for like an hour discussing what we think needs to happen how this needs to play out, what this should look like, what should it sound like, what are the things that thrill us, that are hiccups that we don’t understand? Are there holes in the script?”

“It has to do with [director] Carl Seaton and the way that he directs. He loves discussion,” Walkes continued. “We would just swap off, and it was a very collaborative experience. It was beautiful.”

In Season 1’s...

It's always nice to hear a story where someone tells Hollywood to go f*ck itself. Which is, quite literally, what James Patterson did when executives asked him to re-write his iconic Alex Cross character as a white man. And now Cross television star Aldis Hodge — who plays the titular character — is speaking out about what it means to have kept Alex Cross a Black man.

Speaking with BuzzFeed, Hodge explained that he was "shocked, impressed, and proud" when he heard the author of the wildly successful Alex Cross novels was asked by some Hollywood executives to sign a seven-figure deal — but only if he changed the character's race to white.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter last month, Patterson explained the story as such:

"Here's an interesting thing about the Hollywood 'Cross' stuff. When I wrote the first Alex Cross book, I didn't have a lot of money and Hollywood came calling — knock,...

Prime Video’s newest hit series, Cross, has now become the third-biggest season premiere of 2024 for Amazon’s streaming service. Variety reports that the series, starring Aldis Hodge as the titular Detective Alex Cross, amassed 40 million viewers in the first 20 days it streamed on Prime Video.

Amazon states that the 40 million number ranks Cross No. 3 for this year as far as season premieres go on Prime Video behind Season 1 of Fallout and Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. The Walton Goggins-led Fallout had 65 million viewers in 16 days and The Rings of Power had 40 million in 11 days. Cross debuted on Nov. 14.

The streamer also said Cross is the third-biggest launch for a Prime Video series and the sixth-biggest season launch of all time for the platform when 20 days of viewership are counted. Of the viewers, 55% were from countries other than the United States, with Germany,...

Cross seems to have uncovered quite an impressive audience at Prime Video.

The series, based on James Patterson’s bestselling novels, has amassed 40M viewers globally in its first 20 days on the streamer, according to Amazon. It’s the third most-watched premiere of the year, behind just Fallout and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 through the first 20 days.

For reference, Fallout commanded more than 65M viewers within 16 days of viewing, while Rings of Power Season 2 hit the 40M mark in 11 days.

It’s unclear exactly how Prime Video is quantifying “viewers,” since there is no way for the streamers to determine exactly how many people are watching via a single stream, or if anyone is watching at all. It’s possible that the company is using active sub households to arrive at this number, like Paramount Global does, but Amazon declined to provide guidance when asked.

Quick Links This Season on Cross... Cross Catches the Killer But It Doesn't End There Cross' Season 1 Ending Sets Up Season 2

Making its Prime Video debut on November 14, 2024, Cross is a popular crime series that has remained atop the platform's most-watched shows. Based on the fictional Washington, D.C. detective featured in 30 Alex Cross novels by James Patterson, the eight-part series has drawn plaudits for its towering performance by Aldis Hodge as the title character. The show's critical success and wide viewership led Amazon to renew the series for Season 2.

Of course, discussing Cross Season 2 without clarifying what transpires at the end of Season 1 is impossible. Core to Cross' investigative focus is identifying who murdered his wife, Maria. Meanwhile, the mysterious murder of a political activist occupies Cross' work duties, with the shocking confluence of events in the Season 1 finale setting up Season 2's storyline. Beyond naming Maria's murderer, here's...

Aldis Hodge's Alex Cross isn't leaving Prime Video anytime soon. Ben Watkins, the creator and showrunner of Cross, has shared a major update on the crime thriller series' future on the Amazon streamer.

Speaking with Collider, Watkins was asked for an update on Season 2 of Cross, which was confirmed by the streamer in April 2024. "Season 2 is actually filmed. I'm gonna go ahead and give you a spoiler because, fuck it. We started the [writers'] room back in November, we started filming in April, we finished production in September, and we're actually in post-production on Season 2," Watkins revealed. "Each season is a book for me. They're all based on new mysteries. Season 1 is Hero Complex, and Season 2 is called Bitter Fruit.

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Warning: The following contains major Spoilers for Cross season 1!Cross show creator Ben Watkins teases the new killer to come in season 2. The series follows Aldis Hodge's titular detective, and sees him solving a series of murders on top of finding out who has been targeting his family. Prime Video has already given the show a green light for season 2, even before Cross became the best-reviewed version of the James Patterson character. With Ryan Eggold's Ed Ramsey, aka Fanboy, being put behind bars, and the truth behind his wife's murder coming into light, season 1 tied up the majority of its events neatly.

Cross show creator, Ben Watkins, confirms that season 2 will feature a new killer in an interview with Entertainment Weekly. The show will follow the format of season 1, where each season will stand on its own by focusing on a new killer while building on the existing...

Warning! This article contains spoilers for Cross season 1.

Although Bobby Trey is not the main villain in Cross season 1, he plays a crucial role in helping the central serial killer execute his murderous plan. Despite being based on James Patterson's Alex Cross books, Amazon Prime Video's Cross significantly changes the original stories from its source material. It borrows a few characters from the original books and accurately portrays how the author describes the titular detective character. However, the more the series progresses, the more it becomes evident that it takes many creative liberties with its adaptation of Patterson's works.

While Cross season 1 features a vast set of characters throughout its runtime, only a few play a significant role in the overarching mystery and drama. Johnny Ray Gill's Bobby Trey is among the primary characters in the show as he proves to be one of the "Fanboy" killer's main collaborators.

Cross has finally debuted on Amazon’s Prime Video, and it’s already getting solid reviews from fans and from the press.

We’re here to bring you all the info you need on season 1, and the latest news about season 2!

Keep reading to find out more…

Scroll down for everything you might need to know while watching the first season of Cross.

Cross Season 1 Cast:

Cross features a great cast, and we’re listing out who’s who!

Aldis Hodge as Alex Cross

Isaiah Mustafa as Detective John Sampson

Juanita Jennings as Regina Cross

Sharon Taylor as Lieutenant Oracene Massey

Melody Hurd as Janelle Cross

Jennifer Wigmore as Chief Anderson

Caleb Elijah as Damon Cross

Samantha Walkes as Elle Monteiro

Ryan Eggold as Ed Ramsey

Alona Tal as Kayla Craig

Eloise Mumford as Shannon Witmer

Johnny Ray Gill as Bobby Trey

Cross Season 1 Synopsis:

Cross is a crime/thriller...

Aldis Hodge is coming to TV screens as Alex Cross, and he’s ready to crack any case.

It’s the first time ever that fans get to see the iconic character from James Patterson’s popular book series come to life on television. However, in this TV adaptation, he takes on a whole new set of adventures that have never been told between the pages.

Writer and producer Ben Watkins crafted this new vision of “Cross,” which takes place in the nation’s capital of Washington, D.C., where criminals lurk during the day and the night. But no crime is too big of a challenge for Cross.

Check out how to watch “Cross” below.

When does “Cross” come out?

Prime Video’s “Cross” comes out exclusively on the platform Thursday, Nov. 14.

What’s “Cross” streaming on?

“Cross” will be available to stream on Prime Video on Thursday, Nov.

With a new take on James Patterson’s famous detective series, “Cross,” Prime Video’s newest crime story quickly became a hit. The show, which starts on November 14, introduces fans to Alex Cross, a brilliant Washington, D.C., homicide detective walking a fine line between personal tragedy and professional determination.

This isn’t your normal movie based on a book. Instead of directly adapting one of Patterson’s more than 30 books, the series creates a brand-new story that stays true to Alex Cross while adding something new. The main plot of the show is about Cross after the terrible murder of his wife, Maria. This loss has left him mentally broken but driven at work.

The series immediately stands out by going deep into Cross’s complicated world. He is a detective with a Ph.D., the widowed father of two young children, and dealing with sadness while trying to keep up his professional edge.

What to do with the character of Alex Cross has been a hard case for Hollywood to crack. Bestselling author James Patterson introduced the ace detective to the world in 1993 with “Along Came a Spider,” launching a rich world centered around the hero psychologist and investigator now comprising more than 30 books. That series has collectively sold more than 100 million copies, which is presumably why Hollywood keeps trying to get it right.

Alex Cross first showed up on the big screen back in 1997, with Morgan Freeman in “Kiss the Girls,” followed by “Along Came a Spider,” named for the very first novel, with Freeman again, in 2001. And then in 2012, Tyler Perry took over in “Alex Cross,” controversially replacing Idris Elba.

With Aldis Hodge, “Cross,” the latest adaptation from Amazon’s Prime Video, finally gets it right.

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To celebrate the anticipated release of Cross, the new series based on James Patterson’s novels focused on Detective Alex Cross, we had the pleasure of chatting to the new incarnations cast and showrunner to find out more.

Starring Aldis Hodge, Cross is a crime/thriller series that follows Alex Cross, a decorated D.C. homicide detective and forensic psychologist who faces a sadistic serial killer leaving a string of bodies strewn around the city. As Alex and his partner, John Sampson (Isaiah Mustafa), track this killer, a mysterious threat from Cross’ past appears, aiming to destroy what he’s done to keep his grieving family, career, and life together. Ryan Eggold, Alona Tal, and Johnny Ray Gill also star; Ben Watkins serves as showrunner.

Chatting to Hodge, Mustafa and Watkins, we talk about bringing the character into a modern setting, why audiences can’t get enough of Cross, why...

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James Patterson's most iconic detective is getting a new life with Ben Watkins at the helm in Prime Video's Cross. The Washington D.C.-based detective and forensic psychologist has been the lead of 32 novels by the bestselling author, and first made his way to the screen with 1997's Kiss the Girls, which starred Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross, which he reprised with the 2001 sequel Along Came a Spider, which was actually the first book in the series. He would later be brought back with the 2012 franchise reboot Alex Cross, which starred Tyler Perry in the titular role.

Watkins first found success on screen with his work in the spy comedy series Burn Notice, having started as a staff writer on season 1 before going on to be a story editor in season 2, executive story editor in season 3 and a writer and...

Prime Video's Cross brings the exciting characters conceived by James Petterson back to the small screen, but this wouldn't be possible without its exceptional cast. The 2024 crime drama series is directed and created by Ben Watkins, who is best known for Burn Notice (2007) and Quest to Ref (2002). Now, Cross arrives on Prime Video on November 14, 2024, with a first season that will dive into the story of Patterson's Alex Cross.

James Patterson's Alex Cross book series got their start back in 1993, and there have since been 32 books published. These stories outline the work of psychologist detective Alex Cross, who solved thrilling mysteries by diving into the minds of the worst murders. To bring Patterson's books to life, Watkins has brought actors like Aldris Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, Juanita Jennings, Ryan Eggold, and more aboard for a thrilling, action-packed crime drama fresh from Prime Video.

Cross Cast & Characters

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Aldis Hodge is bringing another iconic character to life and has Isaiah Mustafa along for the ride in Cross. Though having worked since he was a kid, Hodge found his first breakout hit with a key role in TNT's Leverage, which he would reprise in a recurring fashion for its sequel show Redemption, and finding increasing success with everything from Straight Outta Compton to The Invisible Man and One Night in Miami.... Hodge has also been steadily building his filmography behind the camera, serving as a producer on Cross as well as co-writing and producing the sci-fi thriller Parallel with his brother, Edwin Hodge.

Mustafa, on the other hand, has taken an interesting route in his career, beginning as a wide receiver in the NFL before turning his attention to acting in the late '00s. He most notably became a household name thanks to being the main star...

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Prime Video is ready with an entertainment-packed November this year. The upcoming month will see the beginning of some of Prime Video’s best original shows including Cross and also new brilliant movies like My Old Ass. Just like every month, Prime Video is ready to overload you with great content. So, we’re here to tell you about the best 7 new movies and TV shows coming to Prime Video in November 2024.

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James Patterson's iconic Washington D.C. detective and forensic psychologist is back in a big way with Cross. The upcoming Prime Video show serves as the fourth adaptation of Patterson's character, with Morgan Freeman having played him twice in the psychological thrillers Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider, before being surpassed by Tyler Perry in the 2012 franchise reboot, Alex Cross. This time around, the eponymous detective is being played by Aldis Hodge, best known for his work in the Leverage shows, as well as the Invisible Man reboot, Turn: Washington's Spies and Black Adam, among others.

Unlike the prior three films, Cross will be taking an original approach to adapting Patterson's franchise, not adapting any one specific novel, but instead creating a new case with some iconic characters appearing. The show will follow Hodge's Cross and his...

Alex Cross is back with Cross Season 1, and we’re incredibly excited about it!

Prime Video has picked up Cross, an adaptation of the prolific James Patterson series. It’s a star-studded affair onscreen and off.

As one of the year’s most highly-anticipated series, we’re here to share everything you need to know about Cross and what’s to come.

(Amazon MGM Studios) Is Cross Inspired by the James Patterson Book Series?

Cross is just another in many adaptations of James Patterson‘s popular bestselling crime mystery series about a D.C. detective, Alex Cross.

The series was first introduced in 1993 and has 32 novels that complete the entire series.

It also has two novellas and at least three spinoff books in which Alex’s son, Ali, takes center stage and solves mysteries of his own.

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The debut trailer for Prime Video’s highly anticipated new series Cross, starring Aldis Hodge in the title role, is finally here!

Cross is a crime/thriller series that follows Alex Cross, a decorated D.C. homicide detective and forensic psychologist who faces a sadistic serial killer leaving a string of bodies strewn around the city. As Alex and his partner, John Sampson (Isaiah Mustafa), track this killer, a mysterious threat from Cross’ past appears, aiming to destroy what he’s done to keep his grieving family, career, and life together.

Head inside to watch the trailer…

The series also stars Ryan Eggold, Alona Tal, Johnny Ray Gill, Juanita Jennings, Samantha Walkes, Caleb Elijah, Melody Hurd, Jennifer Wigmore, and Eloise Mumford.

The series will debut on the streamer on November 14, 2024.

Prime Video has so much faith that Cross‘ first season will perform well, that it has already been renewed for a second season!

The trailer for Cross has premiered. The upcoming Prime Video show is the latest adaptation of James Patterson's Alex Cross books, following a detective with a PhD in psychology who tracks dangerous killers, though his line of work sometimes threatens his family. The books have previously been adapted into the movies Alex Cross, starring Tyler Perry, and Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider, both of which starred Morgan Freeman. The new show stars Jack Reacher: Never Go Back's Aldis Hodge in the title role alongside an ensemble cast that includes Isaiah Mustafa, Juanita Jennings, and Johnny Ray Gill.

Prime Video has unveiled the official trailer for Cross. It opens by introducing a major villain, a killer who wears a fleshlike mask and is creating a masterpiece. This is followed by the introduction of Cross himself, haunted by a crime where it seems that a murder victim's identity has been changed.

A fiendish serial killer is compiling a “masterpiece” in the new trailer for Prime Video’s Cross — and Aldis Hodge’s titular crimesolver is determined to stop him.

In Cross, which is based on characters from the James Patterson novels and is shepherded by Burn Notice vet Ben Watkins, Hodge (Leverage) plays Alex Cross, who is uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, in order to identify — and ultimately capture — the murderers. Alex is “brilliant, flawed, and full of contradictions,” per the streamer. “A doting father and family man single-minded to the point of obsession when he hunts killers.

Amazon has finally dated the upcoming series Cross, a crime thriller that's based on James Patterson's Alex Cross novels. The show getting its premiere date comes four years after the project was first announced in 2020.

On social media, Amazon unveiled an official poster for Cross, which will be a streaming release for Prime Video. It includes an image of lead star Aldis Hodge in the role of Alex Cross, the protagonist of the original books, with crime scene tape highlighting the name of the series. The poster also reveals that the adaptation will officially premiere on Nov. 14, 2024. Check out the poster below.

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Amazon announced on Saturday that all eight episodes of the James Patterson adaptation will hit the streamer on Thursday, November 14.

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Prime Video has set the premiere for the Aldis Hodge-led and produced crime thriller series Cross for November 14.

From Paramount Television Studios and Skydance Television, Cross is a complex, twisted, pulse-pounding thriller created by showrunner and executive producer Ben Watkins, based upon the characters from James Patterson’s best-selling Alex Cross book series.

Cross follows follows Alex Cross (Hodge), a detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, to identify—and ultimately capture—the murderers.

In addition to Hodge, Cross also stars Isaiah Mustafa, Juanita Jennings, Alona Tal, Samantha Walkes, Caleb Elijah, Melody Hurd, Jennifer Wigmore, Eloise Mumford and Ryan Eggold.

In advance of its Season 1 debut, the series was renewed for a second season in May. Season 2 cast includes Wes Chatham, Matthew Lillard and Jeanine Mason with Johnny Ray Gill being upped to a series regular role.

Cross also stars Isaiah Mustafa,...

Prime Video has revealed the teaser trailer for the Amazon Original Cross and announced that the series will return for a second season. From Paramount Television Studios and Skydance Television, Cross is a complex, twisted, pulse-pounding thriller created by Ben Watkins, based upon the characters from James Patterson’s best-selling Alex Cross book series.

The first season of Cross will premiere later this year exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Joining the season two cast are Wes Chatham, Matthew Lillard (Five Nights at Freddy’s), and Jeanine Mason (Grey’s Anatomy); Johnny Ray Gill (Underground) will be upped to a series regular role.

Alex Cross is a detective and forensic psychologist uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims to identify—and ultimately capture—the murderers. Aldis Hodge stars as the titular character and also serves as a producer on the series.

Cross also stars Isaiah Mustafa,...

It’s been over four years since Variety exclusively reported the news that a TV series based on James Patterson’s “Alex Cross” books was in the works. Finally, fans have a first look at Aldis Hodge in the title role.

Amazon released a trailer for “Cross” at its 2024 upfront presentation, during which the company also confirmed previous reports that the series had already scored a Season 2 renewal.

“Cross,” which will premiere on Prime Video later this year, stars Aldis Hodge as a detective and forensic psychologist known for his ability to dig into the psyches of criminals and their victims. The cast also includes Isaiah Mustafa, Juanita Jennings, Alona Tal, Samantha Walkes, Caleb Elijah, Melody Hurd, Jennifer Wigmore, Eloise Mumford, Ryan Eggold and Johnny Ray Gill. Season 2 will see the addition of Wes Chatham, Matthew Lillard and Jeanine Mason, with Gill being upped to a series regular.

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Ahead of the series premiere of Cross, Prime Video officially gave the thriller an early Season 2 renewal. Deadline recently revealed exclusively the new Aldis Hodge-led series was prepping its sophomore season.

A first-look teaser starring Aldis Hodge as the titular Alex Cross can be found above. The streamer has yet to set a premiere date for Season 1 but viewers can expect to see it later this year.

From creator, showrunner and executive producer Ben Watkins and based on characters from James Patterson’s best-selling book series, Cross is a twisted thriller about Alex Cross, a detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, to identify — and ultimately capture — the murderers.

The series also stars Isaiah Mustafa, Juanita Jennings, Alona Tal, Samantha Walkes, Caleb Elijah, Melody Hurd, Jennifer Wigmore, Eloise Mumford and Ryan Eggold. Season 2 cast includes Wes Chatham, Matthew Lillard and...

Amazon is doubling down on its Alex Cross series.

The tech giant’s Prime Video streaming platform has ordered a second season of Cross, a drama starring Aldis Hodge and based on James Patterson’s best-selling novel series about a detective and forensic psychologist who delves into the minds of killers in order to catch them. The renewal comes ahead of the show’s debut — a date for which hasn’t been set.

Additionally, Wes Chatham, Matthew Lillard and Jeanine Mason are set to join the cast for the second season. Ryan Eggold, Isaiah Mustafa, Alona Tal, Johnny Ray Gill, Eloise Mumford and Siobhan Murphy star with Hodge in season one.

Prime Video confirmed the renewal at its upfront presentation on May 14 and also released a teaser for the series (watch it below).

Cross landed a series order at Prime Video in October 2022 after more than two years in development.

Amazon’s Prime Video is so pleased with their upcoming Alex Cross series, Cross, they’ve renewed it for a second season.

The show is based on the best-selling Alex Cross book series by famed author James Patterson.

The series stars stars Aldis Hodge as the title character, and with Ryan Eggold, Isaiah Mustafa, Alona Tal, Johnny Ray Gill, Eloise Mumford, and Siobhan Murphy also signed on.

Here’s the synopsis, per Deadline: Cross is a twisted thriller about Alex Cross (Hodge), a detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, in order to identify — and ultimately capture — the murderers.

Season one does not even have a debut date. Stay tuned as we learn more. Find out the other 2 TV shows that Prime Video also renewed this year.

Ahead of the series premiere of Cross, Prime Video is already prepping a second season of the drama based on the best-selling Alex Cross book series by James Patterson. Wes Chatham (Ahsoka), Matthew Lillard (Good Girls) and Jeanine Mason (Upload) are set to star opposite lead Aldis Hodge in Season 2 of the series, created, executive produced and showrun by Hand of God‘s Ben Watkins, sources tell Deadline. Prime Video declined comment but all three are believed to have one-year deals.

From Paramount Television Studios and Skydance Television, Cross is a twisted thriller about Alex Cross (Hodge), a detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, in order to identify — and ultimately capture — the murderers.

Mason is said to be playing Rebecca, a brilliant, ambitious and vengeful judge. Lillard is believed to be playing Lance, a ruthless, self-made business tycoon. Chatham plays Donnie,...

Exclusive: Stacie Greenwell (Mayor of Kingstown) has booked a recurring role in Amazon’s Alex Cross series starring Aldis Hodge as the titular character.

In Cross, Greenwell will portray Detective Shawna De Lackner who is described as straightforward and perceptive and doesn’t suffer fools gladly. A seasoned detective at the Metro Pd, she pays close attention to detail when it comes to both her cases and her appearance.

From Paramount Television Studios and Skydance Television, Cross is described as a complex and twisted thriller created by producer and writer Ben Watkins and based on the best-selling Alex Cross book series by James Patterson.

Alex is a detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, in order to identify — and ultimately capture — the murderers. He is brilliant, flawed, and full of contradictions. A doting father and family man, Cross is single-minded to...

Exclusive: Sharon Taylor (Fire Country) has joined the cast of the Amazon Original series Cross, which stars Aldis Hodge in the role of Alex Cross.

Taylor will portray Lt. Oracene Massey and replaces the originally cast Karen LeBlanc, who exited due to scheduling conflicts, Deadline hears.

Lt. Massey is Alex’s immediate superior at the Metro Pd. She is a tireless self-promoter who understands that advancement doesn’t always have anything to do with catching the bad guys, but with pleasing those higher up. In the series, she is pregnant.

From Paramount Television Studios and Skydance Television, Cross is described as a complex and twisted thriller created by producer and writer Ben Watkins and based on the best-selling Alex Cross book series by James Patterson.

Alex is a detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, in order to identify — and ultimately capture — the murderers.

Exclusive: Siobhan Murphy (Murdoch Mysteries) is set to recur in the Amazon Original series Cross. She will star opposite Aldis Hodge, who brings to life the titular Alex Cross.

Murphy will portray Tania Hightower, a driven, unstoppable journalist who works as a news reporter for the Post. Hightower’s beat includes all of Washington D.C., but her passion, loyalty and interest lies less in the political class and more in the often overlooked population of our nation’s capital.

From Paramount Television Studios and Skydance Television, Cross is described as a complex and twisted thriller created by producer and writer Ben Watkins and based on the best-selling Alex Cross book series by James Patterson.

Alex is a detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, in order to identify — and ultimately capture — the murderers. He is brilliant, flawed, and full of contradictions.

Amazon is continuing to build out the cast of its Alex Cross TV series with the addition of six new actors.

Karen LeBlanc, Melody Hurd, Juanita Jennings, Caleb Elijah (“True Story”), Jennifer Wigmore, and Samantha Walkes have all been cast in the series, which is based on James Patterson’s Alex Cross books. Full character descriptions can be found below.

The new cast members join previously announced series lead Aldis Hodge in the series, along with Ryan Eggold and Isaiah Mustafa as well as Alona Tal, Johnny Ray Gill, and Eloise Mumford.

Currently titled “Cross,” the series is described as a mystery thriller. The official logline states, “Alex Cross is a detective and forensic psychologist, uniquely capable of digging into the psyches of killers and their victims, in order to identify—and ultimately capture—the murderers.”

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Exclusive: Alona Tal (Seal Team), Johnny Ray Gill (Underground), and Eloise Mumford (50 Shades of Grey) have joined the cast of Amazon’s Cross in series regular roles. They will star opposite Aldis Hodge, who brings to life the titular Alex Cross.

Tal will play Kayla Craig, a brilliant, determined, and abrasive FBI agent with a sharp sense of humor who aims to recruit Cross into the bureau… and possibly her bed. Beneath Kayla’s flirtation is deep esteem for Cross, along with a desire to be seen as his investigative equal.

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Many adults are often times left feeling as they must forgo their personal ambitions in order to preserve their parents’ dreams and successes. But actor Johnny Ray Gill’s protagonist of Rufus Paisley in the new comedy, ‘Rollers,’ is struggling with the fact that not only did he give up his own professional ambitions in order […]

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"Maybe it's the universe telling us we're selling out..." Mama Bear Studios has released the official trailer for an indie comedy film titled Rollers, from filmmaker Isaiah Smallman making his first feature after a number of shorts. Rollers is "about a group of friends learning how to say goodbye to a historical musical venue that for years has served as a pillar of their community." Rufus is a closet alcoholic and everything he loves is smashed together into one place: Rollers. He gave up a promising career as a musician in order to keep it alive, but the historic venue, once owned by his parents, is in trouble and he's running out of ways to save it, and himself. His friends urge him to move on, but can he? Tough question to confront. The film stars Johnny Ray Gill as Rufus, along with Kevin Bigley, Vicky Jeudy, Kate Cobb, Joel Allen,...

Vision Film has acquired rights to I Love Us, a romantic drama from Danny A. Abeckaser’s 2B Films. Abeckaser stars with Jackie Cruz, Katie Cassidy, Harlow Jane, David James Elliott, Robert Davi, Jasper Polish, Greg Finley, James Madio, David James Elliott, Elya Baskin and Courtney Lopez in the ensemble, which wrapped production at the end of March after a shoot in Los Angeles. It will get a 10-city theatrical run along with VOD in September.

In the script by Kosta Kondilopoulos, a seasoned thief (Abeckaser) trades in his criminal ways for a “normal” married life after falling in love with a single mother (Cassidy) that catches him off guard. But when tragedy strikes, he’s forced to take one last job to pay off old debts and keep his new family together, creating conflict all around him.

Abeckaser also produced with Wild7Films’ Kyle Stefanski and Mike Hermosa, and Above the Clouds’ Jeff Hoffman. Executive producers are Katie Cassidy, Ron Rofe, Isaac Gindi, Eddie Gindi and Gustavo Nascimento.

“I Love Us was such a passion project and a labor of love. I felt the movie deserved to be with a company that really believes and loves the movie like I do. Lisa Romanoff at Vision was the right person for this journey for myself as director along with producers Kyle Stefanski, Mike Hermosa and Jeff Hoffman. We are excited for people to see it.”

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Level 33 Entertainment has acquired North American rights to Rollers, written and directed by Isaiah Smallman. The film will be available in theaters and on VOD on June 25.

The plot centers on Rufus Paisley (Johnny Ray Gill), a closet alcoholic and whose everything he loves is smashed together into one place: Rollers. He gave up a promising career as a musician in order to keep it alive, but the historic venue, once owned by his parents, is in trouble and he’s running out of ways to save it, and himself. His friends urge him to move on, but can he?

Kevin Bigley, Vicky Jeudy, Kate Cobb, Joel Allen and Spencer Rayshon Stevenson also star. Smallman and Tara Ansley produced the pic, which was executive produced by Tiffany Boyle, Bryce McGuire, Elsa Ramo and Eric Costello.

The deal was negotiated by Boyle and Erika Canchola on behalf of the filmmakers and by Andreas Olavarria and Kate Sheffield on behalf of Level 33.

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Gravitas Ventures has acquired rights to the sports documentary Resurgence, directed by social media fitness stars Heber Cannon and Marston Sawyers (aka the Buttery Bros). The pic, which follows the shakeup of the worldwide annual fitness competition The CrossFit Games in the midst of the pandemic, will debut on iTunes and Apple TV on July 20, followed by digital platforms and VOD on August 3.

“With Covid-19 restrictions allowing for only 10 athletes versus the usual 80-100+, it’s the first and possibly last year we will be able to tell interesting angles from every athlete competing,” the directors said. “We are honored to have been there for this intimate event, and excited for the world to see the behind the scenes of what went on at the 2020 CrossFit Games.”

“The collaboration among the Buttery Bros., CrossFit HQ, and Gravitas has been smooth and it’s great to get the band back together,” said Michael Murphy, President of Gravitas Ventures. “Previous CrossFit films are immediate best-sellers, and we expect the same from Resurgence which is awesome in scope, story-telling, and quality.”

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The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles‘ Grand Jury Prize for Best Feature went toTamil director Thamizh’s debut film Seththumaan (Pig) as the 19th edition of the fest wrapped its run this week. The Features Jury gave honorable mention to Malayalam film Biriyaani, directed by Sajin Baabu. Ajitpal Singh’s debut feature Fire in the Mountains won the Audience Award for Best Feature.

The Grand Jury Prize for Best Short went to Karishma Dev Dube for Bittu, while the Audience Award for Best Short went to Aarti Neharsh’s queer love story The Song We Sang.

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Freestyle Digital Media has acquired North American VOD rights to the World War II feature documentary Lost Airmen of Buchenwald. It will hit digital platforms June 15.

Written and directed by Mike Dorsey, the doc tells the story of the 168 Allied airmen in World War II who fought for survival in Germany’s infamous Buchenwald Concentration Camp after they were caught by the German Gestapo while hiding with the French Resistance. Facing starvation, disease, execution, forced marches, and even a bombing by their own side, the airmen are in a race against time to get out of Buchenwald alive.

Dorsey, Gerald Baron, Frank Imhof and Duane McNett are producers. Freestyle negotiated the deal with A3 Artists Agency representing Dorsey.

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Exclusive: The critically acclaimed historical drama series Underground, which aired for two seasons on Wgn America, is heading to OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network. OWN said today it has acquired the series to air beginning Tuesday, January 5 at 9 p.m. Et/Pt. The series, from Sony Pictures Television, will have a revitalized presentation on OWN, with newly filmed episodic introductions by cast members, never-before-seen behind the scenes footage and more, according to the network.

Co-created by Misha Green (Lovecraft Country) and Joe Pokaski (Cloak & Dagger) and starring Aldis Hodge, Jurnee Smollett and Christopher Meloni, Underground follows a courageous group of American heroes who attempt a daring flight to freedom in the greatest escape in history.

The logline: In 1857, a restless slave named Noah (Hodge) organizes a small team of fellow slaves on the Macon plantation outside Atlanta, and puts together a plan to run for their lives — 600 dangerous miles North — to freedom.

Network: Wgn AmericaEpisodes: 20 (hour)Seasons: TwoTV show dates: March 9, 2016 — May 10, 2017Series status: CancelledPerformers include: Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Aldis Hodge, Jessica De Gouw, Alano Miller, Christopher Meloni, Marc Blucas, Reed Diamond, Adina Porter, Amirah Vann, Mykelti Williamson, Theodus Crane, Johnny Ray Gill, Renwick Scott, Jussie Smollett, and Andrea Frankle.TV show description:Set in 1857 Georgia, this antebellum historical drama thriller features the heroes of the Underground Railroad who used everything within them to escape bondage and live as free men and women.Noah (Aldis Hodge) is a blacksmith, who keeps his own counsel. It is he who organizes fellow slaves and develops an escape plan that will take them on the long journey to freedom. With the odds stacked against them, can he lead...

"We make ourselves free by the choices we make." Wgn America has released a new trailer and photos from season two of Underground.The historical drama follows the heroes of the Underground Railroad who used everything within them to escape bondage and to find lives as free men and women. The cast includes Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Aldis Hodge, Jessica De Gouw, Alano Miller, Christopher Meloni, Marc Blucas, Reed Diamond, Adina Porter, Amirah Vann, Mykelti Williamson, Theodus Crane, Johnny Ray Gill, Renwick Scott, Jussie Smollett, and Andrea Frankle.Read More…...

Fans of Underground are in for a treat. Today, Wgn America released new key art from the series' upcoming second season.The historical drama follows the heroes of the Underground Railroad who used everything within them to escape bondage and to find lives as free men and women. The cast includes Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Aldis Hodge, Jessica De Gouw, Alano Miller, Christopher Meloni, Marc Blucas, Reed Diamond, Adina Porter, Amirah Vann, Mykelti Williamson, Theodus Crane, Johnny Ray Gill, Renwick Scott, Jussie Smollett, and Andrea Frankle.Read More…...

CBS cancelled its BrainDead TV show after just one season. Back in October, we reported the summer series’ cancellation was due to low ratings.A comedic political thriller, BrainDead starred Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Danny Pino, Aaron Tveit, Tony Shalhoub, Nikki M. James, Johnny Ray Gill, Charlie Semine, and Jan Maxwell. Now TV Line reports co-creator Robert King admitted the show was probably not meant for CBS or any broadcast networks.Read More…...

The series finale of Rectify aired last night. Recently, creator Ray McKinnon spoke with The Hollywood Reporter about how he decided to end the SundanceTV series.The drama centers on Daniel Holden (Aden Young), who returns home after spending 19 years on Death Row. The cast also includes Abigail Spencer, Adelaide Clemens, Clayne Crawford, Bruce McKinnon, J. Smith-Cameron, Jake Austin Walker, Luke Kirby, Jd Evermore, Johnny Ray Gill, and Sean Bridgers.Read More…...

After delivering some of the weirdest, the most tense, and the most topical moments on TV this summer, BrainDead’s first season has come to a close. The series that came from the minds behind The Good Wife and put space bugs into the minds of politicians aired its season finale on CBS tonight. Creators Michelle and Robert King chatted with HitFix to look back at their wacky political satire and break down what we saw in those concluding two hours tonight. Warning: Spoilers Ahead For Braindead’S Season 1 Finale So our ragtag team has defeated the bugs, and things have gone back to normal in D.C.: There’s a lot of stupidity on Capitol Hill but no longer any extraterrestrial-born insanity. “All the heads explosions notwithstanding, mostly everything turned out alright,” the show’s musical recapper, Jonathan Coulton, sings as he wraps up some loose ends. The...

Space bugs. CIA investigations. A secret war room. A Romeo and Juliet-esque D.C. romance. It all comes to a head — literally, in the case of the space bugs — in BrainDead’s season 1 finale. Ahead of the back-to-back final two hours airing tomorrow on CBS, creators Robert and Michelle King (The Good Wife) talked to HitFix about what viewers can expect to happen next in their wacky tale of Capitol Hill being overtaken by brain-eating extraterrestrial bugs. Last week’s episode left off with Luke meeting the CIA “director’s director,” who informed him about the bugs. So Luke is finally in on (and believing) the truth about the bugs, but it looks like the brass at the CIA are infected with bugs too. Now Luke, Laurel, Gustav, and Rochelle (and also recently, finally in-the-know Gareth!) have to decide how they’re going to contend with the CIA. “The biggest...