Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders Promises Action, Intrigue And Wanderlust
The cast and crew discuss the highly-anticipated CBS series at the TCAs
Posted on Jan 12, 2016 | 12:15pm
Expect some action this spring: Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders promises to deliver on the thrill, but also introduce complex, relatable characters.
Actor Gary Sinise, who plays Unit Chief Jack Garrett, a seasoned 20-year veteran of the FBI, explained what drew him to the role. "[I was excited] to show somebody who was able to balance home and work, even though he's dealing with a very dark world."
At the Television Critics Association press tour event on Tuesday, the cast and crew of the new CBS show explained what viewers can expect from the spinoff series. Premiering March 16, Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders focuses on the specialized International Division of the FBI tasked with solving crimes and coming to the rescue of Americans who find themselves in danger while abroad.
While the CBS hit Criminal Minds focuses on crimes in America, the new show will exclusively focus on incidents abroad. "There are more stories to tell here," explained Executive Producer Erica Messer, who wanted to differentiate the new show from its originator. "There's a great big world out there...[and] 68 million Americans leave the States every year."
Executive Producer Mark Gordon stressed that he wanted to create a show that is fresh and different, while still honoring the original show with Beyond Borders' unique identity. Of course, wandering the globe takes a bit of work, for which the show's production design team is well supplied with green screens, visual effects and lush sets.
"I would defy anyone to watch the show and not believe that we are traveling," said Gordon. "I'm thrilled with the way the show works, its gorgeous."
The TCA event also featured many cast members: Daniel Henney, who plays Matthew Simmons, a former military hero with split-second profiling skills; Tyler James Williams, who plays Russ "Monty" Montgomery, the unit’s compassionate, brilliant tech analyst; and Annie Funke, who plays the team’s fearless and fun medical examiner, Mae Jarvis.
Funke, for her part, shared how the show's set changed her view on traveling: "I discovered that my new favorite way to travel is by private jet that doesn't move."
Be sure to tune-in to the series premiere of Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders on CBS, Wednesday, March 16, 10/9c.
Actor Gary Sinise, who plays Unit Chief Jack Garrett, a seasoned 20-year veteran of the FBI, explained what drew him to the role. "[I was excited] to show somebody who was able to balance home and work, even though he's dealing with a very dark world."
At the Television Critics Association press tour event on Tuesday, the cast and crew of the new CBS show explained what viewers can expect from the spinoff series. Premiering March 16, Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders focuses on the specialized International Division of the FBI tasked with solving crimes and coming to the rescue of Americans who find themselves in danger while abroad.
While the CBS hit Criminal Minds focuses on crimes in America, the new show will exclusively focus on incidents abroad. "There are more stories to tell here," explained Executive Producer Erica Messer, who wanted to differentiate the new show from its originator. "There's a great big world out there...[and] 68 million Americans leave the States every year."
Executive Producer Mark Gordon stressed that he wanted to create a show that is fresh and different, while still honoring the original show with Beyond Borders' unique identity. Of course, wandering the globe takes a bit of work, for which the show's production design team is well supplied with green screens, visual effects and lush sets.
"I would defy anyone to watch the show and not believe that we are traveling," said Gordon. "I'm thrilled with the way the show works, its gorgeous."
The TCA event also featured many cast members: Daniel Henney, who plays Matthew Simmons, a former military hero with split-second profiling skills; Tyler James Williams, who plays Russ "Monty" Montgomery, the unit’s compassionate, brilliant tech analyst; and Annie Funke, who plays the team’s fearless and fun medical examiner, Mae Jarvis.
Funke, for her part, shared how the show's set changed her view on traveling: "I discovered that my new favorite way to travel is by private jet that doesn't move."
Be sure to tune-in to the series premiere of Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders on CBS, Wednesday, March 16, 10/9c.