Washington D.C., [USA], March 18 (ANI): The lead actor from 'Scent of a Woman' Chris O'Donnell is scheduled to portray the main character in 911 : Nashville , which ABC The broadcasting platform secured a straight-to-series order in February, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

He was the initial actor chosen for the series, scheduled to debut during the 2025-26 season.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, actor Chris will portray Captain Don Sharpe in the series. He is characterized as "a tough fire captain and rodeo rider who leads." Nashville At the most active fire station, he serves alongside his cherished son. Don is a dedicated husband and family-oriented person, yet he harbors some secrets."

O'Donnell's new role marks his return to an ongoing acting position after "NCIS: Los Angeles" concluded its lengthy run on CBS in 2023. He portrayed NCIS Agent G Callen throughout all 14 seasons of the show.

Concepts for a third season of the show 911 The franchise idea had been circulating for several months. Initially, it was speculated that Las Vegas might serve as the possible backdrop before ABC announced the Nashville - set spinoff, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

The 911 : Nashville is set to be part of the main lineup ABC , while spinoff 911 Lone Star concluded its run in February following five seasons on Fox.

O'Donnell made a guest appearance on the television show 'Bupkis' alongside comedian Pete Davidson. Before his extended role in NCIS: L.A., he headlined the highly praised movie 'Scent of a Woman,' which co-starred Al Pacino, as well as the 1993 adaptation of 'The Three Musketeers,' 'Batman Forever,' and 'Vertical Limit.'

He additionally played a recurring role on Grey's Anatomy during the series' earlier seasons.

Tim Minear, Murphy, and Rashad Raisani are both scripting and serving as executive producers. 911 : Nashville . Brad Falchuk and 911 star Angela Bassett also exec produce. (ANI)