Retired spies rarely get to stay retired — at least not in TV land. That’s the hook behind Bannerman, a new espionage series marking the very first official co-production between Netflix and AMC. And with Shane Black attached as writer-director, this isn’t just another spy show. It’s a signal that two streaming rivals are now sharing the same playbook.
Bannerman: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Genre | Spy / action thriller series |
| Writer-Director | Shane Black (Lethal Weapon, The Nice Guys) |
| Showrunner | Craig Silverstein (Nikita, Turn) |
| Based on | John R. Maxim’s Bannerman novel series |
| Producers | Greg Nicotero & Brian Witten (The Walking Dead) |
| Distribution | AMC first in North America, then Netflix after 90 days |
| Simultaneous release | Australia, New Zealand, Spain |
| Release date | Not yet announced |
| Production status | In development |
Why Shane Black Signing On Is a Big Deal
Shane Black built his career on razor-sharp, character-driven action — he originated the Lethal Weapon franchise and later wrote and directed hits like Iron Man 3 and The Nice Guys. Bannerman marks his first-ever produced television project and his first work for Netflix, after previously adapting Amazon’s crime hit Parker. He’s co-writing the pilot with showrunner Craig Silverstein and will personally direct episodes one and two — a rare hands-on commitment from a filmmaker of his stature.
What’s Bannerman About?
The series follows Paul Bannerman, a former elite operative who convinces a crew of world-class assassins to trade in their old lives for quiet suburban ones in Connecticut. Naturally, peace doesn’t last — old enemies, a suspicious government, and a relentless ex-cop drag them back into the game. It’s adapted from John R. Maxim’s five-book Bannerman novel series.
How Will It Release?
This is where the AMC-Netflix partnership gets interesting. Bannerman will debut on AMC in North America first, then land on Netflix 90 days later. Australia, New Zealand, and Spain get both platforms simultaneously, while the rest of the world will stream it exclusively on Netflix. No cast or release date has been confirmed yet — the project is currently in active development.
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