61st Street TV series

"61st Street" is an American legal drama created by Peter Moffat, premiering on AMC in 2022. The series follows Moses Johnson, a black high school athleteWrongly accused of being a gang member and entangled in Chicago's corrupt criminal justice system. His lawyer, Franklin Roberts, becomes central to the conflict as police and prosecutors seek revenge for an officer's death during a botched drug bust.

The series stars Courtney B. Vance as Franklin Roberts, with Tosin Cole as Moses Johnson, and features Holt McCallany as Lt. Brannigan. It was developed by AMC in 2019, with a two-season order initially granted. However, after filming the second season, AMC decided not to air it in January 2023 as part of cost-cutting measures.

In May 2023, The CW acquired the series, airing the first season on its platform in July and linear TV in October 2023. The second season premiered on July 4, 2023, in Australia via Stan. Reception was mixed, with Rotten Tomatoes awarding a 69% approval rating based on critic reviews, which noted strong performances despite familiar dramatic tropes.

The series' production history reflects its challenging journey from initial development to eventual pickup by The CW, highlighting its complex narrative and character-driven approach.