CBS has announced their newest production. Ransom has been ordered straight to series, with 13 episodes telling a suspense story inspired by the professional experiences of crisis negotiator Laurent Combalbert and his partner, Marwan Mery, who are among the top negotiators in the world. Frank Spotnitz is the Executive Producer behind the series, a co-production of his company Big Light Productions alongside eOne, TF1, Wildcats, and Corus Global. For the sake of fiction, Combalbert's character has been named Eric Beaumont and will be portrayed by Luke Roberts (Black Sails). Here's the official description of the show:
"Beaumont's team is brought in to save lives when no one else can. Eric understands criminals better than they do, and uses his insight into human behavior to resolve the most difficult kidnap and ransom cases. Despite the stakes, Eric refuses to resort to violence, even when confronted by some of the most dangerous criminals in the world. While Eric’s considerable powers of manipulation make him the best at what he does professionally, they often complicate his relationships with family, friends and colleagues. Is Eric being himself, or who he needs to be in order to get what he wants? The difference is often hard to tell. The series begins with Eric taking on Maxine Carlson, a new member of the team eager to prove herself. But a dangerous secret from Maxine's past may pose a threat that even the great Eric Beaumont is unable to resolve."
The show is slated to be part of the 2016-2017 season, though a premiere date hasn't been announced. Stay tuned for more updates.