Countdown is an upcoming crime drama television from Derek Haas, starring Jensen Ackles for Amazon Prime Video.
Premise
Following a suspicious murder, an LAPD officer is recruited to a secret task force of undercover agents.[1]
Cast
- Jensen Ackles as Mark Meachum
- Jessica Camacho as Amber Oliveras
- Eric Dane as Nathan Blythe
- Violett Beane as Evan Shepherd
- Uli Latukefu as Lucas Finau
- Elliot Knight as Keyonte Bell
Production
The 13-part series from Amazon MGM Studios was created by Derek Haas who is also executive producer and showrunner. Jensen Ackles was confirmed in the cast in June 2024.[2][3] That month, Eric Dane and Jessica Camacho joined the cast.[4][5] Violett Beane, Uli Latukefu and Elliot Knight joined the cast in July 2024.[6]
Filming was reported to commence in Los Angeles in September 2024 and in December 2024, photos from the set appeared in the media.[7][8]
References
- ^ Rowan, Iona (9 June 2024). "Supernatural's Jensen Ackles lines up new Prime Video series". Digital Spy. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (6 June 2024). "Jensen Ackles To Headline 'Countdown' Drama Series Ordered By Amazon From Derek Haas". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Otterson, Joe (6 June 2024). "Jensen Ackles to Star in Amazon Thriller Series 'Countdown' From Derek Haas". Variety. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (10 June 2024). "Eric Dane Joins 'Countdown' Amazon Series As 'Euphoria' Remains On Hold". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Otterson, Joe (7 June 2024). "Jensen Ackles Amazon Series 'Countdown' Casts Jessica Camacho". Variety. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Porter, Rick (12 July 2024). "Amazon's 'Countdown' Adds Trio of Regulars (Exclusive)". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Gearan, Hanmah (8 August 2024). "Jensen Ackles' New Prime Video Crime Series Countdown Gets Major Filming Update". Screen Rant. Retrieved 14 August 2024.
- ^ Hibbs, James (2 December 2024). "Countdown on Prime Video starring Jensen Ackles: Release date speculation". Radio Times. Retrieved 1 February 2025.