‘Bosch’ among six new original Amazon shows

Source:AFP Published: 2014-4-1 22:03:01

US online giant Amazon announced plans Monday for its own science fiction series, and a detective program based on the writings of best-selling crime writer Michael Connelly for its streaming video service.

Bosch, adapted from Connelly's novels featuring Los Angeles detective Harry Bosch is among six new original series being launched.

The move comes with Amazon ramping up efforts to boost its online streaming service which competes with Netflix, Hulu and other services.

Amazon joined the rush to have original programing last year with the political comedy Alpha House and Silicon Valley sitcom Betas.

In February, Amazon rolled out 10 new pilot shows in the US and Britain inviting customers to judge which ones should go into production.

"We had a tremendous response to Amazon Studios' latest pilots - in fact, double the number of customers watched these pilots compared to our first season and they posted thousands of heartfelt reviews with pleas for us to continue these shows," said Roy Price, director of Amazon Studios.

"Now the fun really begins - Amazon will be working with some of the most talented casts and creators in the business to bring six new shows exclusively to tens of millions of Prime members worldwide. These series, along with our summer kids programming, will give customers a lot of viewing choices."

In addition to Bosch, the new programs selected include the science fiction series The After, from X-Files creator Chris Carter.

Comedies include Mozart in the Jungle from Oscar nominee Roman Coppola, and director Jill Soloway's Transparent, about a California family "with serious boundary issues."

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