Strike Force: A Gritty New Law Enforcement Drama in the Making, Led by Chicago PD's Jesse Lee Soffer and Co-Created by Matt Olmstead
In an exciting new development for primetime television, CBS is set to launch a gripping law enforcement drama that promises to shake up the small screen. The series, titled 'Strike Force,' will mark the return of Jesse Lee Soffer to Kansas City and his partnership with co-creator Matt Olmstead, who has been instrumental in shaping the "One Chicago" universe.
Soffer, best known for his role as Senior Detective Jay Halstead on 'Chicago PD,' is set to lead the cast and serve as an executive producer alongside Olmstead. The series will also be under the production banner of Jerry Bruckheimer TV, with Jerry Bruckheimer and KristieAnne Reed executive producing. CBS Studios will produce the show. The logline for 'Strike Force' reveals a compelling narrative: a seasoned DEA agent, played by Soffer, returns home to Kansas City to head a multi-agency strike force, targeting the ruthless criminals exploiting America’s heartland.
With potential launch during the 2027-2028 broadcast season, 'Strike Force' promises to deliver the high-stakes action and tense drama that fans of Olmstead and Soffer have come to expect. Soffer's extensive TV resume includes his 10-season run on 'Chicago PD,' appearances in spin-offs 'Chicago Med' and 'Chicago Fire,' and guest roles on 'Law & Order: SVU.' His other notable roles include stints on 'As the World Turns' and 'Hatfields & McCoys.' Olmstead, who has worked closely with Dick Wolf throughout his career, is no stranger to creating riveting procedurals.
Apart from co-creating 'Chicago PD,' 'Chicago Med,' and the short-lived 'Chicago Justice,' he also co-created 'Law & Order: Organized Crime' starring Christopher Meloni. His impressive TV credits span shows like 'NYPD Blue,' 'Prison Break,' 'Breakout Kings,' and 'Stumptown.' As CBS gears up for the 2027-2028 season, 'Strike Force' adds to an already exciting roster of projects.
Most recently, the broadcaster approved a pilot order for the single-cam comedy 'Hilda! (In Lights),' about a 70-year-old pursuing her Broadway dreams in New York. This new collaboration between Soffer and Olmstead is sure to generate buzz among fans of gritty crime dramas, promising a fresh and engaging take on the genre. Stay tuned for more updates on 'Strike Force.'
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