Fans of Titus Welliver's iconic portrayal of Harry Bosch have been eagerly awaiting his next gritty crime drama, and the wait is almost over. The actor is set to star in The Westies, a new series that promises to deliver the same tense, atmospheric storytelling that made Bosch a hit. The show will premiere on MGM+ on July 12, and it's already generating buzz as one of the summer's most anticipated releases.
Welliver, who played the jaded LAPD detective for seven seasons on Prime Video's Bosch and later in the spinoff Bosch: Legacy, is no stranger to the crime genre. His return to the small screen in The Westies is a natural fit, especially after the surprising cancellation of Bosch: Legacy after three seasons. While Welliver has hinted at possible future projects involving Harry Bosch, including a role in the upcoming second season of Ballard on Prime Video, The Westies offers a fresh, standalone story that will scratch that crime thriller itch.
What Is 'The Westies' About?
Set in the gritty 1980s Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of New York City, The Westies follows a notorious Irish-American crime gang as they vie for control of lucrative construction contracts tied to the Javits Center. Despite being outnumbered by the Italian mafia, the Westies' reputation for brutality earns them a piece of the action. As the FBI closes in, internal tensions rise, threatening to tear the gang apart from within.
The series was created by Chris Brancato and Michael Panes, both of whom have deep roots in the crime drama genre. Brancato is best known for his work on Narcos and Narcos: Mexico, while Panes has written episodes of Godfather of Harlem on MGM+. Their combined expertise promises a show that is both historically rich and pulse-pounding. For fans of crime thrillers, this is a must-watch, much like Netflix's 'Legends', which blends the intensity of Slow Horses with the underworld drama of Narcos.
Who Else Stars in 'The Westies'?
Welliver is joined by an impressive cast, including Oscar winner J.K. Simmons (Whiplash), who plays a key role in the series. The ensemble also features Will Jeffs, Rohan Mead, Maria Dinn, Andrea Gallo, Harry Hadden-Paton, and more. With such a talented lineup, The Westies is shaping up to be a standout show of the year.
As of now, MGM+ has not announced whether the series will drop all episodes at once for a binge-watch or release them weekly. Either way, fans of Welliver and crime dramas alike will want to mark their calendars. In the meantime, those looking for another gripping thriller can check out Tatiana Maslany's latest Apple TV+ series, which delivers unpredictable twists and maximum entertainment.
Stay tuned for more updates on The Westies and other upcoming releases. For now, you can catch Welliver in all his Bosch projects on Prime Video, and get ready for a new chapter in crime television this July.
