By M&C Smallscreen May 20, 2008, 13:10 GMT
Fans of Ian McShane take heart: Your favorite saloon owner from "Deadwood" is coming back to the smallscreen.
06/11/2007 - Ian McShane - © Solarpix / Photorazzi
NBC has given a series order to “Kings,” the two-hour drama pilot starring McShane.
Variety reports that “Kings” would be part of its Sunday schedule in January.
NBC Entertainment and Universal Media Studios Co-Chairman Ben Silverman said he had “always loved this concept."
NBC describes "Kings" as an inspiring exploration of the timeless David vs. Goliath struggle:
"The show is set in a modern metropolis under siege, where the fighting has gone on for too long and cost far too many lives. When David Shepherd, a brave young soldier, rescues the king's son from enemy territory, he sets events in motion that will finally bring peace.
Suddenly, David is thrust into the limelight, earning the affections of women - including the king's daughter. When he's promoted to Captain, he becomes the reluctant poster boy for hope. But for David, the line between his allies and enemies will blur as the power players in the kingdom go to great lengths to see him fall."
“After watching the production that's currently under way—as well as the incredible chemistry of the cast and the amazing world realized by Francis Lawrence and Michael Green—we want to continue telling the story with a series commitment,” he added.
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