9-1-1 could also be pulling in a crowd on FOX, however an unscripted collection specializing in 911 name handlers has landed a collection order at ABC.
The community introduced right now new collection Emergency Name will debut this fall.
Hosted by actor Luke Wilson and produced by 8HOURS TELEVISION, Emergency Name is a daring, new hour-long present documenting the primary few essential minutes of emergencies advised by means of the lens of America’s heroic 911 name takers.
The collection is ready to premiere MONDAY, SEPT. 28 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), within the slot that The Good Physician was imagined to name dwelling.
The latter is at present on an prolonged hiatus as a consequence of COVID-19.
Hosted by Luke Wilson, Emergency Name follows the “dramatic moments main as much as the arrival of assist slightly than the occasions after the firefighters, police or emergency medical providers groups arrive, and focuses on the intense, suspenseful and generally humorous tales that flood 911 name facilities,” in line with ABC’s official logline.
“Since I used to be a child, I’ve all the time been all in favour of individuals who assist. Individuals who save folks,” stated Luke Wilson.
“Whenever you’re youthful, you may be drawn towards superheroes or fictional characters, however as you become older you come to comprehend that individuals who assist, real-life heroes, are simply common individuals who do extraordinary issues.”
“911 name takers don’t simply save folks; they calm and console folks till they’re secure. They’re the primary hyperlink within the chain of first responders.”
For that, I really feel very fortunate to be part of this mission.”
“An estimated 240 million calls are made yearly to 911 name facilities throughout the nation,” stated Karey Burke, president, ABC Leisure.
“Whereas we regularly hear about a few of these tales on the information, we hardly ever hear concerning the heroes which are the primary level of contact and, at instances, important to saving a life.”
“‘Emergency Name’ shines a light-weight on these mysterious and courageous voices who’re pushed by their need to assist; and Luke Wilson is the consummate host, navigating us by means of these extraordinary conditions which may have you on the sting of your seat.”
The collection is govt produced by Adeline Ramage Rooney and Jonny Sluggish (8HOURS TELEVISION), Grant Kahler (showrunner) and Luke Wilson.
The present is produced by 8HOURS TELEVISION, primarily based on an unique format by De Chinezen and licensed by Lineup Industries.
Take a look on the sneak peek of the collection.
Paul Dailly is the Affiliate Editor for TV Fanatic. Comply with him on Twitter.