An-Li Bogan Cast in Emily Deschanel's NBC Criminal Profiler Pilot

Emily Deschanel leads new NBC crime drama

NBC has cast An-Li Bogan in its untitled drama pilot starring Emily Deschanel. The project is inspired by the real-life work of renowned criminal profiler and author Dr. Ann Burgess.

Deschanel was previously announced as the lead. The pilot comes from writers and executive producers Dean Georgaris and John Fox.

Pilot based on real criminal profiler

The show's logline describes it as a character-driven procedural. It follows a brilliant and enigmatic professor, played by Deschanel, who is recruited by the FBI to help solve terrifying and complex crimes.

Her work alongside a gifted team will explore the darkest corners of the human psyche. The series aims to unravel the motives of criminals while delving into the personal cost of such a profession.

An-Li Bogan's role and career

Bogan will play the role of Maya, a key member of the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit. Maya is described as a sharp, ambitious, and highly capable agent who is fiercely loyal to the team.

An-Li Bogan's recent television credits include a recurring role on the NBC drama La Brea. She has also appeared in series like The Rookie and 9-1-1.

The pilot is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group. Key production details include:

• Executive Producers: Dean Georgaris, John Fox, and Emily Deschanel
• Production Company: Universal Television
• Inspiration: The career and methodologies of Dr. Ann Burgess

The real-life inspiration behind the show

Dr. Ann Burgess is a pioneering forensic nurse and professor whose work fundamentally changed criminal profiling. She co-founded the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit in the 1970s.

Her research and clinical work have focused on the assessment and treatment of victims of trauma and abuse. Burgess is also the co-author of the influential textbook Crime Classification Manual.

This pilot continues NBC's investment in character-driven procedurals with unique hooks. The network and studio are likely hoping to build a franchise around Deschanel's lead performance and the compelling source material.