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Tom's Guide
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Prime Video just dropped the trailer for 'Bosch' spinoff starring Maggie Q — and it looks like a compelling crime drama
"Bosch: Legacy" may have come to an end earlier this year, but Prime Video's "Bosch" universe is due to expand very soon. And, judging by the trailer for the forthcoming spinoff, "Ballard", we're in for another gripping watch. "Ballard" throws us in with determined detective, Renée Ballard (played by Maggie Q), who was introduced in the previous show's season 3 finale, wherein she teamed with Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver) to look into the Flower Girls murders. With "Ballard," Renée will be fronting her own show (once again based on Michael Connelly's books), and she'll be getting to the bottom of a dangerous conspiracy in this next crime thriller. Check out the trailer below: The trailer teases some of the dark mysteries and other issues Renée Ballard (Maggie Q) will face. Initially, the clip tees up some personal drama between our new investigator and her fellow officers. Then, we switch gears, and the focus pivots to the cases she'll (hopefully!) be cracking when the show arrives. Cue some tense, grim scenes and snatches of action, all of which make "Ballard" look like it'll be a compelling watch, one that crime drama fans won't want to miss. And with fellow cold case drama "Dept. Q" performing well on Netflix, I'd wager "Ballard" is likely going to take off on Prime Video. If you're looking forward to streaming "Ballard" on Prime Video, we've got good news: the Amazon streamer has confirmed that all 10 episodes of the spinoff will be available to watch exclusively on Prime Video from Wednesday, July 9. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. If you need as much "Ballard" info as possible, Prime Video has already shared a synopsis for the new series. It reads: "Ballard" continues to bring Michael Connelly's bestselling novels to life, following Detective Renée Ballard (Q) as she leads the LAPD's new and underfunded cold case division, tackling the city's most challenging long-forgotten crimes with empathy and relentless determination. "As she peels back layers of crimes spanning decades, including a serial killer's string of murders and a murdered John Doe, she soon uncovers a dangerous conspiracy within the LAPD. With the help of her volunteer team and retired detective Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver), Detective Ballard navigates personal trauma, professional challenges, and life-threatening dangers to expose the truth." Alongside those named above, "Ballard" also stars Courtney Taylor, John Carroll Lynch, Michael Mosley, Rebecca Field, Victoria Moroles, Amy Hill, Ricardo Chavira, Noah Bean, Alain Uy, and Hector Hugo. The creative minds behind the camera also have a lot of great stuff to say about the new show. When Amazon confirmed the premiere date back in May, exec producers Michael Alaimo and Kendall Sherwood were full of praise. "You don't often get the chance to work with such a talented group of people and help create something as special as this show," they said. "Ballard" is gritty, emotional and grounded, with that layered storytelling that makes Michael Connelly's world so compelling. "We're really excited to expand that universe and introduce Renée in a way that feels fresh but still true to the spirit of the franchise. Her journey is just getting started, and we can't wait for everyone to meet her,' they added. Need something to keep you entertained while you wait for "Ballard" to arrive? Check out our round-up of the best shows on Prime Video for tons of top streaming recommendations to distract you for the next few weeks.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ballard OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Bosch spin-off show featuring Maggie Q and Courtney Taylor
Ballard OTT Release Date: If you've been waiting for the next big crime drama to watch, here's something to look forward to. A brand-new show called Ballard, a spinoff of the popular Bosch series, is set to release on Prime Video. The entire season drops on July 9. All ten episodes will be available to stream in one go. Ballard continues the story world of Bosch, but this time with a new lead character: Detective Renée Ballard, played by Maggie Q. What is Ballard about? Ballard focuses on Detective Renée Ballard, a hardworking LAPD officer who now heads the department's cold case unit. These are old criminal cases that were never solved, and her job is to dig into them and find the truth. This division is new, and it doesn't have many resources. But Ballard is committed. She's determined to give forgotten victims a voice. One of the cases she looks into involves an old serial killer, while another centres on a murdered John Doe. As she follows the clues, she uncovers something much bigger, a dark secret that might involve people inside the police department itself. Ballard is joined by retired detective Harry Bosch, played by Titus Welliver, who fans of the original Bosch series will recognize. Together, they work through old files, new evidence, and personal struggles to bring justice to people. Who's in the cast? Leading the series is Maggie Q as Detective Ballard. You may know her from action-packed roles in Nikita and Designated Survivor. She's joined by Courtney Taylor, John Carroll Lynch, Michael Mosley, Rebecca Field, Victoria Moroles, Amy Hill, Ricardo Chavira, Noah Bean, Alain Uy, and Hector Hugo. And yes, Titus Welliver returns as Harry Bosch. Although he's retired in the story, he plays an important role in helping Ballard solve the cases. Is Ballard connected to Bosch? Yes, it is. Ballard takes place in the same world as Bosch and Bosch: Legacy. In fact, Renée Ballard first showed up in the Bosch: Legacy series finale earlier this year. This new show is based on characters and stories by best-selling author Michael Connelly. Just like Bosch and Legacy, Ballard sticks to the same serious, realistic tone. Connelly is also one of the executive producers. Others involved in the bankrolling are Henrik Bastin, Michael Alaimo, Kendall Sherwood, Trish Hofmann, Jet Wilkinson, and Melissa Aouate. Jasmine Russ joins as co-executive producer under Fabel Entertainment. Jamie Boscardin Martin, Trey Batchelor, and Theresa Snider also serve as co-executive producers. If you enjoy slow-burn crime dramas with smart storytelling, Ballard might be your next binge-watch.
