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Covert Affairs
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Logo of Covert Affairs
GenreAction
Drama
Created byMatt Corman[1]
Chris Ord[1]
Written byMatt Corman[2]
Chris Ord
Directed byJonathan Glassner[2]
Tim Matheson (pilot)
StarringPiper Perabo[1]
Christopher Gorham[1]
Anne Dudek[1]
Peter Gallagher
[1]
Sendhil Ramamurthy[3]
Eric Lively[4]
Kari Matchett[4]
Eion Bailey[4]
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
Executive producersJames Parriott[5]
Dave Bartis[1]
Doug Liman[1]
Production locationToronto, Canada
Running timeapprox 45 min
Production companiesDutch Oven Productions[1]
Universal Cable Productions[1]
Original release
NetworkUSA Network

Covert Affairs is an upcoming USA Network spy television series starring Piper Perabo and Christopher Gorham. The one hour drama will premiere on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at 10/9c.[2]

Overview

A young CIA trainee, Annie Walker, is mysteriously sent out into the field. Auggie Anderson, a blind officer, is Annie's guide in her new life.[6]

Development and casting

Covert Affairs first appeared on USA Network's development slate in July 2008.[7] The pilot episode was written by Matt Corman and Chris Ord.[7] Casting was underway in June 2009, with the expectation that successful casting would lead to a production commitment.[8] Piper Perabo was the first actor cast in early July 2009 as CIA agent Annie Walker.[9] The casting of Christopher Gorham came in late July,[10] quickly followed by announcement that the pilot had been green-lit by USA Network.[6]

In early August 2009, Tim Matheson signed on[11] to direct a 90-minute pilot.[12] Further casting announcements included Anne Dudek in mid August,[13] followed by Kari Matchett and Peter Gallagher in early September.[14][15] Eric Lively was cast as a fellow CIA agent of Perabo's character,[14] and Eion Bailey was cast in a recurring role as Perabo's ex-boyfriend.[14] The pilot began filming in Toronto in September 2009.[11]

In January 2010, the Covert Affairs pilot received a green-light to series with an additional 11 episode order.[12][16] The core cast was expected to return for the series, with the exception of Eric Lively, whose character will be written out of the show.[3] Several new cast members were added in spring 2010, including Sendhil Ramamurthy as another CIA agent (whose character is a replacement for Lively's character),[17] and Emmanuelle Vaugier as a journalist.[18]

The series is being directed by Jonathan Glassner[2] and filmed in Toronto.[12][18]

Characters

  • Annie Walker (portrayed by Piper Perabo): A young CIA trainee who is suddenly promoted to field operative in order to help capture her ex-boyfriend.[6][19]
  • Auggie Anderson (portrayed by Christopher Gorham): A CIA military intelligence/spcial-ops officer who was blinded while on a mission. He guides Annie through the paces at her new job.[6]
  • Conrad Sheehan III (portrayed by Eric Lively): A senior CIA officer. He is described as a "womanizer who enjoys a spicy rapport with Annie."[4]
  • Jai Wilcox (portrayed by Sendhil Ramamurthy): A CIA officer who will replace Sheehan. His family has a long history with the CIA.[3]
  • Danielle (portrayed by Anne Dudek): Annie's older sister, who is married and has 2 children. She is unaware of Annie's real career.[20]
  • Joan Campbell (portrayed by Kari Matchett): A senior officer who heads the Domestic Protection Division. She is Annie's supervisor.[4]
  • Ben Mercer (portrayed by Eion Bailey):[1] Annie's ex-boyfriend, who is being targeted by the CIA. [4]
  • Arthur Campbell (portrayed by Peter Gallagher):[1] The CIA director of Clandestine Services. He is married to Joan.[20]

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l http://www.thefutoncritic.com/devwatch.aspx?id=covert_affairs
  2. ^ a b c d "Summer Belongs to USA Network as "Covert Affairs" and "White Collar" Heat Up Tuesday Nights Starting July 13". The Futon Critc. May 5, 2010. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  3. ^ a b c "Development Update: Tuesday, March 9". The Futon Critic. March 9, 2010. Retrieved April 25, 2010.
  4. ^ a b c d e f http://www.beyondhollywood.com/tv-casting-24-covert-affairs/
  5. ^ "Development Update: Wednesday, January 13". The Futon Critic. January 13, 2010. Retrieved April 25, 2010.
  6. ^ a b c d "USA Network Greenlights Pilot 'Covert Affairs'". The Futon Critic. July 30, 2009. Retrieved April 25, 2010.
  7. ^ a b "USA Network Announces New Cast of Characters on its Development Slate". The Futon Critic. July 20, 2008. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  8. ^ "Development Update: Wednesday, June 3". The Futon Critic. June 3, 2009. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  9. ^ "Development Update: Thursday, July 2". The Futon Critic. July 2, 2009. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  10. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (July 29, 2009). "'Affairs' in order with Christopher Gorham". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  11. ^ a b "Tim Matheson to Direct USA Network Pilot "Covert Affairs"". The Futon Critic. August 5, 2009. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  12. ^ a b c Andreeva, Nellie (January 6, 2010). "USA greenlights 'Covert Affairs'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  13. ^ "Development Update: Thursday, August 13". The Futon Critic. August 13, 2009. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  14. ^ a b c Porter, Rick (September 8, 2010). "Casting call: 'White Collar,' '24,' 'Covert Affairs'". ZAP2it.com. Tribune Media Services. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  15. ^ "Development Update: Wednesday, September 9". The Futon Critic. September 9, 2009. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  16. ^ Seidman, Robert. "USA Network Picks-Up "Covert Affairs"". January 7, 2010.
  17. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (March 8, 2010). "'Heroes' actor cast in new USA series". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  18. ^ a b Vlessing, Etan (May 7, 2010). "Emmanuelle Vaugier cast in 'Covert Affairs'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 8, 2010.
  19. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (January 7, 2010). "Piper Perabo spies "Covert Affairs" at USA". Reuters.
  20. ^ a b Mitovich, Matt Webb (January 7, 2010). "'Covert' Spy Drama Is Headed to USA Network". Fancast.com. Comcast Interactive Media. Retrieved April 25, 2010.
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