‘Shooter' TV show delayed after Dallas attack
USA network says recent events in Dallas and elsewhere have prompted it to postpone the premiere of its new series, “Shooter.”
Originally set to debut next week, “Shooter” will now begin on July 26, the network said, “out of respect for the victims, their families and our viewers.”
A sniper in Dallas killed five police officers Thursday during a protest against the police killings of black men in Louisiana and Minnesota.
The series stars Ryan Phillippe as a highly decorated ex-marine sniper who is coaxed back into action after he learns about a plot to kill the president.
USA says this conspiracy thriller is “ultimately about trust, loyalty and family.” The show is based on the Bob Lee Swagger novel by Stephen Hunter and the 2007 film of the same name starring Mark Wahlberg. Wahlberg is also listed as an executive producer.
Eddie McClintock plays “bad guy” Jack Payne on the show. He tweeted about the show’s release date.
As a show of respect, & to honor the fallen officers of Dallas, Texas, @SHOOTER_USA has been delayed until July, 26. pic.twitter.com/LZvmuVxFQO
— Eddie McClintock (@EddieMcClintock) July 12, 2016
This story was originally published July 12, 2016 at 8:38 PM with the headline "‘Shooter' TV show delayed after Dallas attack."