David Boreanaz to Star in CBS’ Navy SEAL Drama

Erin S. Medley
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Actor David Boreanaz of the television show 'Bones' speaks onstage during the FOX portion of the 2017 Winter Television Critics Association Press Tour at Langham Hotel on January 11, 2017 in Pasadena, California.

Jim Caviezel has been replaced just one week after it was announced he would star in CBS’s Navy SEAL drama pilot. David Boreanaz has been tapped to take his spot.

Caviezel allegedly left the project due to creative differences, according to Deadline. He and the network have a long history together, as a result of his run on the crime drama Person of Interest.

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The untitled drama also stars Max Theriot, Neil Brown Jr., A.J. Buckley, Toni Trucks and Jessica Pare. It follows the elite military unit as its members train, plan and execute the most dangerous, high-stakes missions our country can ask. Boreanaz currently stars in the Fox drama Bones, which is ending its run next Tuesday, March 28, after 12 seasons. In the pilot, Boreanaz will play Jason, the respected, committed leader of his assault team who’s been through over a dozen deployments.

The series was created by Justified executive producers Ben Cavell, Sarah Timberman and Carl Beverly and Shamless executive producer Chis Chulack.

 

 

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    GoldFlame

    I am so very sad & disappointed that Jim Caviezel will not be the star of this show. It was a perfect fit for him. He has been a major supporter of the military for years, especially Navy SEALs. I was looking forward to having him back on my TV! So very sad............

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    BlueProcessor

    I like Jim Caviezel also, but Boreanaz is going to be super. After all he's played Seeley Booth ex Seal and FBI agent on BONES for a successful 12 years. Good Luck David can not wait to see your new series Navy Seal.

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    OrangeCherries

    I've just become less interested in the new series Navy Seals now that Jim Caviezel's no longer attached.

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    GoldPopsicle

    Sad to see Jim Caviezel will not be on the new show but thrilled with his replacement. Love David. I'm sure he will make an excellent Navy Seal.

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    OliveBandAid

    So excited for David Boreanaz! Such a talented actor. I couldn't imagine not seeing him on TV each week.

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    OrangeBucket

    So disappointed. Jim Caviezel was the perfect actor to play this part. He has trained with the Navy SEALS and has been the speaker of events related to them.

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    GreenToast

    Good for David I hope it works out for him Sounds like an interesting show

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