Based on the novel written in 1719, this is said to be an action-packed period drama set in the 18th century, but with a contemporary take on race relations -- and a hero who will bear a resemblance to Angus MacGyver. NBC has committed to 13 episodes.
Cast:Sam Neill , Philip Winchester , Tongayi Chirisa , Anna Walton , Mark Dexter , MÃa Maestro , Kieran Bew , Elsa Bodle , Sean Bean , Joaquim de Almeida , Jeremy Crutchley , Sean Higgs , Joss Ackland , William Cooke , Jonathan Pienaar , Emma Barnett , Harriet Rogers , Georgina Rylance