Amazon MGM Studios is moving forward with Alex Delaware, a television adaptation of Jonathan Kellerman’s long-running psychological crime novels.
The studio has secured rights to the full book series. Jennifer Johnson, known for Washington Black, is attached as writer and executive producer.
Starting With the First Novel
Sources say the project will begin with When the Bough Breaks, Kellerman’s 1985 debut novel that introduced the character.
The story centers on Alex Delaware, a brilliant but reluctant Los Angeles psychologist. He teams with tough LAPD detective Milo Sturgis to solve complex and often disturbing murders. Together, they dig into motives, psychology, and hidden histories behind the crimes.
Production Team and Studio Backing
Michael Rosenberg of Hung also executive produces alongside Kellerman. Rachel Ghiazza and Jackie Levine serve as executive producers through Audible. Amazon MGM Studios is producing the series.
A Property Long Sought for TV
The Alex Delaware books have attracted interest for years. Fox previously attempted a series adaptation 12 years ago with Jerry Bruckheimer TV and former CSI: NY showrunner Pam Veasey. IDW Entertainment pursued the property nine years ago.
The franchise aligns with Prime Video’s crime drama slate, which includes the Bosch franchise and Cross.
Jonathan Kellerman’s Expansive Career
Kellerman is a clinical psychologist and the author of more than 50 crime novels. Beyond the Alex Delaware series, his works include The Butcher’s Theater, Billy Straight, The Conspiracy Club, Twisted, True Detectives, and The Murderer’s Daughter.
He has also collaborated with his wife, Faye Kellerman, on Double Homicide and Capital Crimes. With his son, Jesse Kellerman, he co-wrote The Burning, Half Moon Bay, A Measure of Darkness, Crime Scene, The Golem of Hollywood, and The Golem of Paris.
