Maggie Q Stars In ‘Ballard,’ Prime Video’s Gripping New Crime Thriller From The Bosch Universe

Courtney Taylor as Zamira Parker and Maggie Q as Renée Ballard in the crime drama "BALLARD"
Credit: Tyler Golden/Prime Video

Ballard” is the newest series in the Bosch universe starring Maggie Q as LAPD detective Renée Ballard. Watch the official trailer now!

🔍 Lead Detective, Cold Cases & Corruption: The Story Behind “Ballard”

Prime Video just dropped the official trailer and key art for “Ballard,” and if you love a gritty crime thriller with heart, this one’s for you.

The highly-anticipated series, set in the “Bosch” universe, premieres Wednesday, July 9, with all 10 episodes landing exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories.

Official key art for the original series "Ballard" premiering July 9

🔎 What Is “Ballard” About?

Based on Michael Connelly’s bestselling novels, “Ballard” follows Detective Renée Ballard (played by Maggie Q), the newly-appointed head of the LAPD’s underfunded cold case division.

Renée’s mission? Reopen L.A.’s most forgotten crimes—from a chilling string of serial murders to unidentified victims long dismissed by the system.

But as she digs deeper, she discovers a dangerous conspiracy within the LAPD itself.

👮‍♀️ Why You’ll Be Hooked

  • Maggie Q brings a powerful mix of grit and empathy to her role as Ballard
  • Titus Welliver reprises his role as retired detective Harry Bosch
  • Complex storylines blend personal trauma, cold case mysteries, and internal corruption
  • It’s the next big drop for fans of “Bosch” and high-stakes investigative thrillers

🎬 Watch The Official “Ballard” Trailer

⭐ Meet The Cast

In addition to Maggie Q and Titus Welliver, “Ballard” features:

  • Courtney Taylor as Zamira Parker
  • John Carroll Lynch
  • Michael Mosley
  • Rebecca Field
  • Victoria Moroles
  • Amy Hill
  • Ricardo Chavira
  • Noah Bean
  • Alain Uy
  • Hector Hugo

🎥 Behind The Scenes

Ballard” is executive produced by Michael Connelly, Henrik Bastin, Michael Alaimo, Kendall Sherwood, Trish Hofmann, Jet Wilkinson, and Melissa Aouate.

Jasmine Russ serves as co-executive producer under Fabel Entertainment, with Jamie Boscardin Martin, Trey Batchelor, and Theresa Snider also executive producing.

💭 Frens, will you be watching “Ballard” when it drops on Prime Video this July? Let me know in the comments!

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