Title: NBC's "The Hunting Party" Kicks Off Early Thanks to NFL Shuffle
NBC's shaking things up with their lineup! The network's new prison drama, The Hunting Party, is now scheduled to debut a tad earlier than expected. January 19 at 7 p.m. ET will see the series take the stage, following the NFL divisional playoff game and NBC Nightly News. This earlier premieres aims to draw a broader audience, with new episodes continuing on February 10 at their original 10 p.m. ET slot, before moving back to their usual Monday night time slot.
This high-concept crime procedural, brought to you by Universal Television, centers around a team of investigators tackling the country's most dangerous fugitives. All of them have managed to escapes from a top-secret prison that's rumored to not even exist. The series follows the chaos that ensues after an explosion at this clandestine prison, and the formation of this elite squad to handle the situation and preserve the secret.
The Hunting Party boasts a talented cast that includes Melissa Roxburgh, Nick Wechsler, Patrick Sabongui, Josh McKenzie, and Sara Garcia. Keto Shimizu, Jake Coburn, and JJ Bailey (who also serves as the show's creator) take on the roles of writer and executive producer. Thor Freudenthal also joins as the director and executive producer.
A sneak peek at the cast:
- Melissa Roxburgh, as Rebecca "Bex" Henderson: A former FBI profiler, Bex leads the task force, her intelligence and complex personal history making her an intriguing character to follow.
- Nick Wechsler, as Oliver Odell: Bex's former FBI partner and love interest, Oliver's wild streak has affected both his professional and personal life.
- Josh McKenzie, as Shane Florence: As a prison guard with a military background, Shane's tough yet kind demeanor makes him a valuable addition to the team.
- Sara Garcia, as Jennifer Morales: An Army Intelligence officer with a strong background, Jennifer's resourceful thinking and ability to act quickly are essential to the team's success.
- Patrick Sabongui, as Ryan Hassani: Ryan's skills in handling high-stress situations and speaking multiple languages make him an invaluable asset to the squad.
- Kyra Leroux, as Samantha Henderson: Bex's adopted daughter, Sam is smart and spirited, dealing with her own traumas despite her resilience.
The shift in premiering The Hunting Party earlier will allow more viewers to catch the series, while also keeping the audience intrigued as it shifts back to its original time slot. Episodes not airing on NBC will still be available to stream on Peacock, starting from January 20.
Melissa Roxburgh, starring as Rebecca "Bex" Henderson in NBC's new series "The Hunting Party," will lead a team of investigators alongside her former FBI partner and love interest, Nick Wechsler as Oliver Odell. This high-stakes drama, which also features Patrick Sabongui and Nick Wechsler, is set to premiere earlier than expected on January 19 at 7 p.m. ET, following NBC's divisional playoff game and Nightly News.
