Nomads (TV pilot)
Nomads is an American action–adventure television pilot that was developed by Ken Sanzel for The CW in 2010. The pilot starred Luke Ford and Scott Porter, and the producers included Ridley Scott and Tony Scott. It was not picked by the network.
Premise
In order to earn much-needed cash, a group of young adults backpacking around the world agree to assist the CIA in secret missions.
Main cast
- Scott Porter as John Virgil
- Luke Ford as Zack Morgan
- Michaela McManus as Donna Leester
- Gabriella Wright as Nadia Lee
- Warren Kole as Ryker Burke
Development and production
Nomads first appeared on The CW's development slate in mid-February 2010 when the network ordered a pilot presentation. Casting announcements were made in March. The first actor cast was Scott Porter, who landed a leading role playing John Virgil. Michaela McManus and Warren Kole joined the cast a few weeks later. Luke Ford and Gabriella Wright completed the main cast at the end of March. The pilot was filmed in Thailand. It was directed by Ken Sanzel, who also wrote the pilot script.
At The CW upfront presentations in mid-May 2010, the network announced which shows would be included in the 2010-11 television season. Nomads was not included in the fall lineup, nor was it listed as a midseason replacement.