ABC has ordered a pilot written by Yellowstone star Kevin Costner, along with The Flash’s Aaron Helbing and author Jon Baird titled National Parks according to Deadline.
What’s Happening:
- A one hour drama has been ordered by ABC penned by Yellowstone star Kevin Costner, produced by his studio, Territory Pictures Entertainment, along with 20th Television and A+E Studios.
- This is the latest drama to be ordered by the network, following medical drama Triage and hip-hop drama Queens.
- The series is set to follow a small group of elite national parks service agents as they solve crimes while protecting the parks — which, while being known for their sweeping, beautiful landscapes, also attract a vast array of criminal activity.
- Along with Costner, the show will be written by Aaron Helbing and Jon Baird who co-wrote The Explorers Guide novel with Costner. Helbing, who recently served as showrunner on Knightfall, will also act as showrunner for National Parks.
What They’re Saying:
- Kevin Costner: “Our partners at ABC, 20th Television and A+E Studios have given me a great environment to step out of my comfort zone and deliver something special.”