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Bones Star Emily Deschanel Returns to FBI Drama Pilot
18 Feb
Summary
- Emily Deschanel to star in a new NBC pilot about an FBI consulting psychologist.
- The project draws inspiration from the work of real-life profiler Dr. Ann Burgess.
- Deschanel's former co-star David Boreanaz is also attached to an NBC pilot.
Emily Deschanel, beloved for her decade-long portrayal of Temperance Brennan on the hit series Bones, is poised for a return to crime-related television. She has been cast in a pilot for NBC, where she will play Professor Georgia Ryan, a psychologist who leads a team consulting with the FBI on complex and baffling cases.
Professor Ryan's approach to criminology is noted for its focus on the victim, a perspective that could uncover crucial clues often missed by traditional investigative methods. This new project is inspired by the expertise of real-life profiler Dr. Ann Burgess and is penned by Dean Georgaris, known for his work on "Quantum Leap."
The pilot is currently untitled and remains in early development, meaning a series order is not yet guaranteed. If greenlit, this would be Deschanel's first leading role on network TV since "Bones" concluded in 2017. Coincidentally, her former "Bones" co-star, David Boreanaz, is also attached to an NBC pilot, a reboot of "The Rockford Files."
NBC has a strong track record with crime dramas, featuring long-running shows like "Law & Order: SVU" and "Chicago P.D." However, the network has also seen cancellations of genre shows, such as "The Irrational," indicating that series orders are competitive.
