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J.J. Abrams is reportedly developing a new drama series based around the famous prison Alcatraz.



According to Deadline, Abrams will work alongside former Lost executive producer Elizabeth Sarnoff on the show. Sarnoff will produce and has also written the script for the pilot episode.

The plot of the programme is currently shrouded in secrecy. The prison island of Alcatraz was once home to famous criminals such as Al Capone.

The project is based on an initial idea sold to Abrams's production company Bad Robot by writers Steve Lilien and Bryan Wynbrandt.

Bad Robot currently produces Fringe for Fox and is also behind upcoming NBC spy drama Undercovers.