The 12-episode first season will launch with a two-night premiere event, starting on Sunday, May 25 following NBA Playoffs coverage and then on Monday, May 26 following NHL Playoffs coverage. Episodes will then air weekly every Monday. The drama has already been renewed for a second season.
The drama centers on Vikram Chamberlain, a "Librarian" from the past who time traveled from 1847 and now finds himself stuck in the present. When Vikram returns to his castle in Belgrade, Serbia and discovers that it is now a museum, he inadvertently releases magic across the continent. With the help of a new team of eclectic heroes, including a savant in world history, a scientific genius, and a highly skilled Guardian, Vikram has only six months to clean up the mess he made.
Throughout the season, the team will embark on fantastical adventures, including a surprise reroute to a manor where Agatha Christie-styled murders take place, a time-travel back to the days of King Arthur at Camelot, and even an encounter with the first-ever vampire.
The drama stars Callum McGowan, Jessica Green, Olivia Morris and Bluey Robinson. Furthermore, Christian Kane will reprise his role as Jacob Stone as a guest star.
Dean Devlin created the drama. He executive produces with Marc Roskin and Rachel Olschan-Wilson. Noah Wyle, Mark Franco and Jonathan English serve as producers. Electric Entertainment and Balkanic Media produce.
"The original Librarians was a top-rated series on TNT for four seasons and we are thrilled to bring The Next Chapter home to our network, with all of the spellbinding adventures, legendary magic and mystique that fans love," said Jason Sarlanis, President, Turner Networks. "This new entry in the beloved franchise reinforces our commitment to high quality scripted content that features the drama, adventure, and thrills our viewers expect from a TNT original."
"The universe of The Librarians has expanded and we are so excited to present this exciting season of The Next Chapter!" added Devlin. "We're confident the fans will fall in love with these new characters and that a whole new audience will be seduced into this wonderful and magical world."
