Countdown, the latest action thriller series from Prime Video, just got an exciting first trailer that putsThe BoysstarJensen Acklesin charge of an operation to stop an attack that will wipe out millions in California. The upcoming series willbegin streamingon Prime Video starting Jun. 25.
In the action-packed footage forCountdown, Ackles plays LAPD detective Mark Meachum, who is recruited into a top-secret task force entrusted with a mission to help stop a “Chernobyl” level event from happening in California. The 13-episode series will premiere the first three installments on Jun. 25, before airing the rest of the season weekly until Sept. 3. In addition to Ackles, the cast featuresEric Dane(Euphoria), Jessica Camacho (The Flash), Violett Beane(Death and Other Details),Elliot Knight(The Boys), and Uli Latukefu(Young Rock). You can check out the official trailer below.
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Behind the scenes,Countdownwas created by Derek Haas, who serves as the executive producer for theOne ChicagoandFBItelevision franchises, which air on NBC and CBS, respectively. His other credits include writing the screenplays forOverdriveandWanted. It’s unclear ifCountdownwill get more seasons, but Ackles may have found his new action vehicle after starring in 15 seasons ofSupernatural, as well as playing a supporting role inThe Boysas fan-favorite Soldier Boy. The official synopsis forCountdown:
“When an officer with the Department of Homeland Security is murdered in broad daylight, LAPD detective Mark Meachum, portrayed by Ackles, is recruited to a secret task force, alongside undercover agents from all branches of law enforcement, to investigate. But the hunt for the killer soon uncovers a plot far more sinister than anyone could have imagined, kicking off a race against time to save a city of millions.”
Prime Video Bets Huge on ‘Countdown’ After ‘Citadel’ Flop
Prime Video is no stranger to jumpstarting action thriller franchises. FromReacher, which stars Alan Ritchson, to Chris Pratt’sThe Terminal List, the streaming platform produces some of the most-watched action shows on the market. They are likely betting big onCountdown, which also stars a TV veteran and an easily-marketable face at the forefront. However, not every endeavor has turned out in their favor, as the big-budget seriesCitadel, which spawned several spin-offs, quickly became a headache for Amazon and Prime Video due to poor critic reviews and ratings.
In the past year, the Russo Brothers-produced seriesCitadelhas received some major news regarding its future. While Season 2 is still in the works and on schedule to hit the streamer in 2026, the spin-offs,Honey BunnyandDiana, have been canceled. And while those stories will continue in the parent show, the damage was clearly done and felt. After pumping hundreds of millions intoCitadel, Prime Video should have a better time justifyingCountdown, which is backed by veteran TV talent. As fans count down the days until the show premieres, Jensen Ackles will soon star inThe Boysprequel spin-offVought Risingas Soldier Boy.
