The high concept, as relayed by Fox, is: "The story of a New York homicide detective unlike any other. He is brilliant, mysterious, reckless, magnetic, unknowable. And he has a profound secret: he is immortal." At least he's not a vampire. The backstory: John Amsterdam stepped in front of a sword to save a Native American girl from the massacre of her tribe in 1642, and was rewarded (cursed?) not to die or age until he finds his true love. He feels a part of New York City, having witnessed its entire history.
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John Amsterdam, the enigmatic immortal, is played by Danish actor Nikolaj Coster Waldau, who definitely sports the most intriguing face of the new season -- this guy looks like he's lived the history of New York. Though the bulk of his work has been in Danish films, he's played various Euros in a handful of English-language movies and has always gotten good press. Zuleikha Robinson (John's detective partner Eva Marques) was in The Lone Gunmen and Rome. Every character of this sort has a confidante, and here it's Omar (Obie-winning stage actor Stephen Henderson).
I HAVE THE FIRST 3 episodes to watch . ill let you know what its like folks. but this is another show to look out for.
if you have any info on this show leave it hear
mr_sledgeka
Unfortuately this show was cancelled in May 2008 for reasons unknown by Fox Television. Only saw the first episode and was not thrilled by watching it. GONE!
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New Amsterdam Officially Canceled By FOX On May 10th, 2008
May/11/2008
I have received word from David Manson, show runner and executive producer, this morning that confirms it. FOX has officially canceled the series as of yesterday. To quote from his email:
"Yes. Unfortunately, I received word yesterday that Fox has officially cancelled NA. I know this will be a disappointment to the many fans who campaigned so ardently for its renewal. I can only express my gratitude for their passion and hope that perhaps some other network will let John Amsterdam live.
