Nevada Barr’s best-selling Anna Pigeon novels are being adapted into a drama series by USA Network. The series was announced in May 2025 as part of NBCUniversal’s 2025-26 programming slate, and Chicago P.D. alum Tracy Spiridakos is set to star.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of what Anna Pigeon is about, the book franchise’s history, and what to expect from its new onscreen adaptation. We’ll continue to share updates as they’re available.
USA’s Anna Pigeon is about the titular character, a former city slicker who became a park ranger after a devastating loss changed the trajectory of her life forever. While Anna tries to outrun her demons, her focus turns to solving crimes that have taken place within national park grounds, no matter who or what gets in her way. The series is based on the New York Times best-selling novels.
Anna Pigeon is produced by Cineflix Studios and December Films. Showrunner Morwyn Brebner, director Lea Thompson, Todd Berger, Julie Di Cresce, Brett Burlock, Peter Emerson, Sonia Hosko and Gordon Gilbertson to executive produce.
Spiridakos’ casting in the titular role was announced in July. Star Trek: Discovery‘s Ronnie Rowe Jr. will play FBI agent and “wanderer” Frederick Stanton, as announced in August.
Additional cast includes Manuel Rodriguez-Saenz, Cooper Levy, and Ryan Northcott, as well as Paulina Alexis and Tricia Helfer.
Catch the new series in 2026 on USA Network. An official premiere date will be announced at a later time.
There are 19 novels in Barr’s franchise. The first, Track of the Cat, was published in 1993. Here are the Anna Pigeon books in order:
There are still more Anna Pigeon books to come. Barr currently lives in New Orleans, and the 20th novel in her franchise is said to be set there.
It’s not clear if they’re intending to adapt one book per season. Like with any adaptation, it’s likely a composite of stories throughout the series.
Anna Pigeon, Series Premiere, 2026, USA Network
More Headlines:
Originally published on tvinsider.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.
Information from the News and our advertisers (Want to add your business to this to this feed?)
Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup.
Error! There was an error processing your request.
Sign up to receive notifications when a new Columbia Gorge News e-Edition is published.
Would you like to receive our news updates? Signup today!
Receive weekly updates on obituaries and death notices.
Oregon Capital Press presented by Columbia Gorge News
Receive updates on upcoming promotions and special sections.
Receive weekly updates on local sports news.
Sorry, an error occurred.
Already Subscribed!
Cancel anytime
Thank you .
Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in.
Check your email for details.
Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password.
An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account.
No promotional rates found.
Secure & Encrypted
Thank you.
Your gift purchase was successful! Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in.
| Rate: | |
| Begins: | |
| Transaction ID: |
A receipt was sent to your email.
Commented