Television A&E Goes Into Production On "Steven Seagal: Lawman"

A&E is in production on "Steven Seagal: Lawman," a new Real-Life series that will chronicle martial arts expert and international film star Steven Seagal's extraordinary life in law enforcement, it was announced today by Robert Sharenow, Senior Vice President Non-Fiction & Alternative Programming, A&E Network.

Seagal's movies have grossed more than $2 billion worldwide. He is an expert martial artist, with a 7th-degree black belt in aikido. Along with Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Chuck Norris, he's considered one of the film industry's greatest action stars. But it turns out that Steven Seagal isn't just an action hero in the movies. For almost 20 years, Seagal has been working as a fully-commissioned deputy with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office in Louisiana. In fact, in addition to going out on patrol, Seagal is an expert marksman who has worked with their SWAT team and has instructed Jefferson Parish officers in firearms and hand-to-hand combat.

"I've been working as an officer in Jefferson Parish for two decades under most people's radar," said Seagal, "I've decided to work with A&E on this series now because I believe it's important to show the nation all the positive work being accomplished here in Louisiana - to see the passion and commitment that comes from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office in this post-Katrina environment."

"Steven is a hero both on and off camera and helps fight crime because he cares about the community," said Sharenow, "It's such an amazing revelation that this larger-than-life star has been doing real police work for nearly 20 years."

Until now, Seagal has never sought publicity for his work with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office. However, over a span of almost two decades, he has regularly gone out on patrol and worked major cases. The series will allow fans to ride shotgun with Seagal as he and his hand-selected elite team of deputies respond to crimes-in-progress. Then, when Seagal goes off-duty, the cameras will continue following him as he pursues his many ventures - including musical performances and philanthropic efforts - in Jefferson Parish and New Orleans.

"Steven has a very close relationship with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office and I'm proud to have him as part of our team," said Sheriff Newell Normand, "I cannot tell you how honored I am to not only be affiliated with Steven, but with A&E and all their support in highlighting the efforts, the trials and the tribulations of the men and woman of the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office."

Steven Seagal is best known for playing the invincible action hero character that defined his career in such films as Above the Law, Hard to Kill, Under Siege (1 & 2) and blockbuster hit Exit Wounds. His familiarity with his signature roles stem from a long personal history with Eastern culture in both studying martial arts as well as practicing Buddhism. He is also a recording artist and guitarist, is founder of Steven Seagal Enterprises that markets his own all-natural energy drink "Steven Seagal's Lightning Bolt" and is a dedicated philanthropist and activist for environmentalism and animal rights.

Steven Seagal: Lawman is produced for A&E Network by Granada America and Steamroller Films. John X. Kim is the Executive Producer, Lucas Platt is the Co- Executive Producer, and Anna Geddes is the Series Producer for Granada America. Steven Seagal and Phillip B. Goldfine are Executive Producers for Steamroller Films. Joe Halpin and Binh Dang are Producers for Steamroller Films. Executive Producers for A&E are Robert Sharenow and Neil A. Cohen.

Press release issued 24th November 2008.
 

TDWoj

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Seagalogy;197977 said:
I really do hope they don't use a stunt double when Seagal actually goes up to arrest the bad guys :p

I'm sure this show will be great!...seeing Seagal on the beat!
I just hope it finds its way across the pond over here for me to watch, if not I'll just have to search the net.

I know A&E posts some of its shows on its website to watch for free - I've seen Intervention, for example. It's possible they might do the same for this one. Check it out - I think the website is www.aetv.com.
 

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TDWoj;197984 said:
I know A&E posts some of its shows on its website to watch for free - I've seen Intervention, for example. It's possible they might do the same for this one. Check it out - I think the website is www.aetv.com.
Usually they are locked out for European users. Think it is only accessible to North American viewers. :(
 

Seagalogy

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TDWoj;197984 said:
I know A&E posts some of its shows on its website to watch for free - I've seen Intervention, for example. It's possible they might do the same for this one. Check it out - I think the website is www.aetv.com.

Ah, cheers TD! :)
 

ORANGATUANG

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Thanks for that TD.. If they do show his show on there for all of us to see would be fantastic..more news from Joe he says that Steven is finishing up the editing on his last movie and is having an break before he starts an other..Joe says he knows Steven is going back to New Orleans in an few weeks to film abit more for the reality series 'Lawman' and other then that and other then that he has not got any other plans for the next few months other then relaxing up at his ranch and working on some music..if he needs an hand with any horses etc iam his girl ..cheeky me..thanks Joe once again and of course Steven too ..
 

ORANGATUANG

Wildfire
Now we no Steven can handle himself BUT when he is out with his team and other people involved just watch there backs because there are alot of wierd crims (criminals) out there and we should just snaek in an little prayer for them all what they are doing aint an walk in the park ..and to all those crims out there you aint above the law ..well not Stevens any way..
 

ORANGATUANG

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Well i guess he is as good as any with news of what he is up to..Joe says there is lots of stuff heading our way that we will love..Steven will be in 'Machete' which is directed by Robert Rodriguez and should be in theaters next summer..His A&E show will air in November (only for the lucky ones once again aussies miss out whats new just some thing added by me (orangatuang) as its true) and Joe continues saying that he has an few movies that should be released shortly ...so there you go folks ..thanks Joe..PS orangatuang did ask about some pics but look like only can get them MAYBE on twitter in other words the official site what makes that place so special..any way thats things up to date ..
 

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Production-pictures and Seagal Photo:

charliegruet.blogspot.com/
 

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ORANGATUANG

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I see on his twitter page he is done with the 'lawman' stuff for now and is heading to Austin, Texas for the movie 'Machete' ..iam looking forward to it i guess but will always prefer his of course..and thanks for the pics Simon ..he is well padded and protected ..so that must be the uniform Joe mentioned ..and thanks Steven for posing for an moment for us..
 

TDWoj

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They had been running trailers for the series on A&E but have mysteriously stopped. I haven't checked the site lately to see when it comes onto the schedule. I think they had originally mentioned August, but here it is August and nothing so far.
 

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TDWoj;198362 said:
They had been running trailers for the series on A&E but have mysteriously stopped. I haven't checked the site lately to see when it comes onto the schedule. I think they had originally mentioned August, but here it is August and nothing so far.
Have been checking various places recently for the trailers, but no joy. Thought maybe someone would have captured them. :(

Hopefully we will see this soon, or maybe they are keeping to push at the same time Machete is released so viewing numbers are increased. ;)
 

ORANGATUANG

Wildfire
Heard from Joe again and he said Steven is pretty excited about LAWMAN coming out in
December ..Joe did say he and Steven have seen plenty of advertising on bus bench posters and billboards etc..Joe did say Steven isnt sure what he wants to do next me being an smart ass said he could always come done to Adelaide and check out my fine city..:) :)

Guess whom would freak out if he did..

Ohh and yes Martin was right Steven has NOT done anything with Ang Lee BUT Steven is an big fan of his.. and Joe said it would be some thing if Steven and Ang Lee did do some thing one day..

Thanks again Joe...and when i got this e-mail from Joe he had only finished speaking to Steven an few hours before hand i do time things well some times..
 
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