Do you remember Leverage? Recently, executive producer Dean Devlin spoke with Assignment X about reviving the cancelled TNT TV show for IMDb tv.
The action crime drama followed Nathan Ford (Timothy Hutton), an insurance fraud investigator who uses his skills to run cons and help people who have been ripped off by corporations and government agencies. The series also stars Christian Kane, Aldis Hodge, Gina Bellman, and Beth Riesgraf. The original series ran on TNT from 2008 until 2012.
In the interview, Devlin confirmed Leverage is being revived for IMDBtv with some big changes. For starters, Hutton will not be part of the revival but Noah Wylie will be joining the cast:
I wouldn’t say he’s taking over for Timothy Hutton, but Noah Wyle is joining the show. He’s a new character that allows us to take the show in a new direction. While the previous incarnation of the show was a crusade for revenge, this season with be a redemption adventure, inspired by the addition of this new character.”
Devlin then revealed the new season will have the same structure as the first season of Leverage and IMDb tv has ordered 13 episodes:
We will be going back to the original five act structure of the first season. The six-act structure is really a bear and we’re thrilled we can return to the original format.
This is a sort of reimagining. It’s derived from the original but it’s a new show. That’s why we’re calling it LEVERAGE 2.0.”
Production on the new season of Leverage is supposed to begin sometime this summer in New Orleans.
What do you think? Are you a fan of the original Leverage TV show? Will you watch the revival?
One of my favorite shows of all time. Loved how the characters interacted with each other. Loved the recurring antagonists. Can’t wait!!!
Absolutely. Love this show. Need to be informed when it comes out.
It won’t be Leverage without Timothy Hutton.
I LOVED THIS SHOW!!! I have some if the DVD/BLUERAY episodes. Really hoping this is pi led up. Thank you D.Devlin!
So excited to see Leverage returning! Loved it. Also hope Almost Paradise comes back with even more episodes next year.
I LOVED the original show. I am curious to see how this one is going to be. I loved the way the team worked together. I can’t imagine how anyone else could take Mr. Hutton’s place. I will see.
I love the original Leverage and am very excited for the reboot.
Will Christian Kane be in it since he has his new show Almost Paradise? That is a great show and I love it but would also love to see the old gang back together too.
Yes, Christian is bringing back Eliot. Leverage & Almost Paradise have different shooting schedules but what’s perfect is that both Dean & Christian are at the heart of both shows so of course for Christian, there won’t be conflicts. Christian explained this in an article somewhere while also adding that Dean himself is “the studio” so post production is easier & not what it’s like on nearly all other TV shows. It’s a great thing. Most ppl including myself, are just hoping Christian brings us a long haired Eliot! Kane admits he likes his hair longer
Heck yeah I love the whoe thing, If I can I’ll watch all of it. Repeatedly. Like I do now.
Eight years after its cancelation , Leverage is still my family’s favorite show. Exquisite writing, clever plotting, but best of all, fascinating characters who remain true to themselves from beginning to end. We can’t wait to see the show return!
Dang I wish it was filming in Portland again, but New Orleans will be beautiful.
Thank you so much for bringing it back! I am really excited.
I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE IT!!!!!! THANK YOU DEAN DEVLIN FOR YOUR.PERSISTANCE IN FORGING THIS GREAT PROJECT AND PUSHING FOR A NEW SEASON!!!.
❤❤❤❤❤Yes.
I SCREAMED when I read this!! IAMALLFORTHIS!!! Im so emotional right now you have no idea!
Sad about Timothy tho, we love you Tim! In whatever endeavors you embark upon! You will always be #TeamLeverage!
Can NOT wait for this!!