The T.V. Guru

Coming to NBC, “Undercovers“ is a new series about married spies. And if the trailers are anything to go by, this fall will be hotter than we thought.While the idea is somewhat similar to the Mr. and Mrs. Smith concept, the story takes a completely different direction. After getting married, Steven and Samantha Bloom put their espionage careers aside. Now, successful business owners, the couple are enjoying married life in Los Angles. Yet like all ex-spies, that passion for undercover work never fully disappears. When the couple is offered a new mission, Steven and Samantha can’t resist. And as it turns out, the espionage life is exactly what it takes to heat up this couple’s already passionate marriage.J.J. Abrams, the man responsible for “Lost” and the story for Mission Impossible III, works side by side with writer and producer Josh Reims. Reims is best known for “Dirty Sexy Money” and “Everwood.” However, both producers have worked together before. On select episodes of such shows as “What About Brian” and “Felicity,” Abrams and Reims got to know each other’s styles. With their previous work offering heart-stopping, yet moving dramas, “Undercovers” promises to deliver a romantic, yet action packed series.The cast is equally impressive. Steven Bloom is played by Boris Kodjoe. With Kodjoe’s past in films like Surrogates, the actor has more than enough experience to play an action packed role. Gugu Mbatha-Raw, who has performed in “Doctor Who” as well as “Lost in Austen,” stars as Samantha. Based on her previous performances, Mbatha-Raw is sure to bring mystery and romance to her role as a wife and agent. Other cast members include Carter MacIntyre, Gerald McRaney and Ben Schwartz.With an exceptional cast and crew, “Undercovers” promises to become a hit. So don’t miss this new series starting September 22^nd on NBC.