Netflix has announced the principal cast for its upcoming adaptation of Harlan Coben's Myron Bolitar series, with three lead actors confirmed for the show. The streaming giant revealed that Colin Woodell, KJ Apa, and Diane Guerrero will star in the series, which is based on Coben's long-running book franchise.
Who is in the cast of Myron Bolitar?
The title role of Myron Bolitar will be played by Colin Woodell, a 34-year-old American actor known for his work in The Continental and The Flight Attendant. Myron Bolitar, a former NBA player turned sports agent, first appeared in Coben's 1995 novel Deal Breaker and has since featured in 12 books. Netflix describes the character as building his agency, MB Sports, on a belief in overlooked athletes, using his charisma and competitive drive to protect his clients.
KJ Apa, the 29-year-old New Zealand actor famous for playing Archie Andrews in Riverdale, will portray Win Lockwood. According to Netflix, Lockwood is a man born into privilege who left his family business to build something alongside Myron. Described as unflappable, resourceful, and fiercely loyal, Lockwood is Myron's go-to ally when clients face trouble.
Diane Guerrero, a 39-year-old American actress and singer, will play Esperanza Diaz. Guerrero is best known for her role as Maritza Ramos in Netflix's Orange Is The New Black, as well as performances in Doom Patrol and Jane the Virgin. Esperanza Diaz is a former professional wrestler who becomes Myron's essential business partner at MB Sports, providing relentless determination and sharp humor to keep the agency grounded.
What is the Myron Bolitar series about?
The series follows Myron Bolitar, whose NBA career is cut short, prompting him to reinvent himself as a sports agent. Netflix teased: "He builds his agency, MB Sports, on an unwavering belief in overlooked athletes, with the same heart and sharp competitive drive he once brought to the court." The show will explore the cutthroat world of professional sports, with Myron relying on his charisma and a ruthless business partner to navigate murky dealings.
The adaptation is one of numerous Netflix projects based on Coben's work, following successes like The Stranger and Stay Close. The release date for Myron Bolitar has not yet been announced.
