BORIS KODJOE HEADED TO NBC: 'Soul Food' vet cast as lead actor in new J.J. Abrams pilot 'Undercovers.'
(December 21, 2009)
*Boris Kodjoe has nabbed the lead role in NBC's upcoming J.J. Abrams' pilot "Undercovers," according to the Hollywood Reporter.
The show, described as "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" meets "The Bourne Identity," revolves around spouses Samantha and Steven (Kodjoe) Bloom, who work together as spies.
Last week, veteran Gerald McRaney became the first actor tapped for the project as the couple's CIA boss. The role of Samantha is yet to be cast.
Best known for his starring role on the Showtime series "Soul Food," Kodjoe will next be seen in the film "Resident Evil: Afterlife."
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