Netflix Casts Woodell, KJ Apa and Guerrero for Myron Bolitar

Netflix has officially cast the lead roles for its upcoming drama series "Myron Bolitar," an adaptation of author Harlan Coben's longest-running book series. The streaming service announced on Monday, July 6, that Colin Woodell will star as the title character, a former college basketball star whose professional dreams are cut short by injury. He will be joined by KJ Apa as Win Lockwood and Diane Guerrero as Esperanza Diaz.

The series follows Myron Bolitar as he reinvents himself as a sports agent, building his agency, MB Sports, on a belief in overlooked athletes. The official logline describes him navigating the high-stakes and often dirty world of sports, where saving his clients frequently means risking himself. Apa's character, Win Lockwood, is portrayed as a man born into privilege who left his family business to partner with his closest friend, Myron, serving as an unflappable and resourceful ally. Guerrero will play Esperanza Diaz, a former professional wrestler who becomes the indispensable right hand and steadying force at the agency.

The project marks the latest collaboration between Netflix and Harlan Coben, whose extensive deal with the streamer has already yielded...