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Many things come to mind when you think of the name Harlan Coben. The best-selling author's novels have been successfully adapted into TV series that have consistently topped streaming charts, but there is one particular title that might have flown under the radar — even for Coben fans. In 2023, Prime Video released Shelter, a twisty young adult thriller that received a pretty good rating. If you don't subscribe to Prime Video but have access to the British streaming platform 5, you can now watch the series for free.

The reason why Shelter may have gone unnoticed is that you hardly think of Coben when you consider watching a young adult series. However,...

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Van Der Beek will reprise his role as Leroy Lahey, Drayton’s tough but well-meaning father.

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Harlan Coben’s Shelter is a teen mystery thriller drama series created by Harlan and Charlotte Coben. Based on the 2011 novel of the same name by Harlan Coben, the Prime Video series follows Mickey Bolitar, a teenage boy who moves to a small town after the death of his father. He soon gets embroiled in a dangerous situation after a girl from his school goes missing. Harlan Coben’s Shelter stars Jaden Michael, Constance Zimmer, Adrian Greensmith, Abby Corrigan, Sage Linder, and Brian Altemus. So, if you loved the intense mystery, thrilling drama, and compelling characters in Harlan Coben’s Shelter, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

Fool Me Once (Netflix) Credit – Netflix

Fool Me Once is a British mystery thriller drama series created by Danny Brocklehurst, Charlotte Coben, Yemi Oyefuwa, Nina Metivier, and Tom Farrelly.

You might be a fan of the Harlan Coben Netflix shows like Missing You, Fool Me Once, and The Stranger, but most fans of those shows probably don't know about one of Coben's other shows, Shelter, was canceled on Prime Video after one season. And, it was a big mistake.

Harlan Coben's Shelter premiered on Prime Video on Aug. 18, 2023. The series ran for eight episodes through Sept. 22, 2023. The series was created by Harlan and Charlotte Coben and starred Jaden Michael, Abby Corrigan, Adrian Greensmith, Sage Linder, Brian Altemus, and Constance Zimmer.

The series tells the story of Mickey Bolitar (Michael) who investigates the disappearance of his girlfriend in a mysterious small town. You might recognize the name Bolitar if you're a fan of Coben's works.

For me, there are two main reasons (and a lot of little ones) why canceling Shelter was a bad move for Prime Video.

Shelter is...

The author’s first collaboration with Prime Video, “Harlan Coben’s Shelter” premiered over the summer, and the thriller series has already been cancelled by Amazon this week.

Prime Video also axed “The Horror of Dolores Roach” after one season.

Based on the first novel in the bestselling author Coben’s Mickey Bolitar trilogy, “Harlan Coben’s Shelter” follows the story of Mickey Bolitar after the sudden death of his father leads him to start a new life in Kasselton, New Jersey. Mickey quickly finds himself tangled in the mysterious disappearance of a new student at his school, Ashley Kent, which leads to uncovering unimaginable secrets within their quiet suburban community.

“With the help of his friends—the inventive Spoon and the secretive Ema—Mickey pulls back the sleepy façade of Kasselton to reveal a dark underground that may hold the answers to decades of disappearances, deaths, and legends … and his own complex family history.

It looks like Prime Video's cancellation spree is far from over.

Freshman dramas Harlan Coban's Shelter and The Horror of Dolores Roach have been canceled alongside With Love.

The streaming service revealed the decision on Tuesday evening, which comes right before Thanksgiving.

It's not uncommon for media conglomerates to bury this kind of news around the holiday period, so there's less awareness of it and, in turn, less pushback from their fans.

But all three shows had devoted audiences who would have probably followed them wherever they went.

A League of Their Own, The Peripheral Canceled at Prime Video

Prime Video hasn't had the best track record in recent months for canceling many shows -- some of which had been renewed already.

A League of Their Own and The Peripheral, for example, were in early development on new seasons, but Prime Video took the liberty of rescinding their renewals during...

Can we please stop traumatizing these teens for, like, a second?

It was nearly all hands on deck for the teens during Harlan Coben's Shelter Season 1 Episode 7, which was a harrowing hour for too many of the kiddos.

But by the end of it, at least we know that Ashley is rescued and off somewhere far safer for now.

Mickey Bolitar's hard-learned lesson of the hour was that he has to trust and rely on his friends a bit more, but then, did he really learn that lesson by the end when he went to confront Bat Lady alone?

And Spoon experienced such a devastating loss, that of a girl he once knew and part of his innocence, that it's almost unforgivable that we didn't get to revisit that again.

Spoon Spindell is not okay, and we need to focus on that a bit more!

The series knows its strength lies in the dynamics,...

Harlan Coben's Shelter has been firing from all cylinders since its impressive launch on Prime Video earlier this month.

On Harlan Coben's Shelter Season 1 Episode 5, the mystery intensifies, and some more secrets are revealed.

TV Fanatic scored an exclusive first look at the episode, and it sets the tone for a thrilling hour of this new drama.

In the clip, Mickey and Spoon follow Ema and get more than they bargained for.

Ema notices they've been doing some investigating of their own and finds the pair outside her house, which is far more luxurious than they anticipated.

Irate that they're meddling, Ema is also taken aback, but not as much as Mickey and Spoon.

How will their decision to find out more about Ema help or hinder their dynamic as we enter the back half of Harlan Coben's Shelter Season 1?

We don't know, but we will be watching it all play out.

The first three episodes of Harlan Coben's Shelter introduce the mysterious character of the Bat Lady, who is central to the show's mystery. The Bat Lady, also known as Lizzy Sobek, is rumored to eat children, but it is revealed that she actually saved children from Auschwitz during World War II and continues to protect them in Kasselton. The Bat Lady informs Mickey that his father, who was thought to be dead, is still alive, adding to the intrigue and mystery of Harlan Coben's Shelter.

Amazon Prime Video dropped the first three episodes of Harlan Coben's Shelter on August 18, 2023, and the beginning of the television show has brought up some questions surrounding the character of the Bat Lady, played by Tovah Feldshuh. The Bat Lady first appeared during the series premiere when the main character, Mickey Bolitar (Jaden Michael), moved to his dad's hometown, Kasselton, New Jersey, following his father's tragic death,...

Shelter is the newest addition to the on-screen Harlan Coben Universe. A Young Adult-skewing eight-part thriller, it’s the story of high schooler Mickey Bolitar, who’s recently moved from overseas to his dad’s hometown of Kasselton, New Jersey, where he and his new friends investigate the disappearance of a fellow student. Like any Harlan Coben series, it takes place in a heightened world peopled by memorable villains, shock twists, cliff-hangers, and mysteries that change shape multiple times before they’re solved.

Mickey Bolitar is the star of three novels by Coben – a spin-off trilogy from his hit 11-part book series about Mickey’s uncle Myron Bolitar. Netflix has the rights to that character, so don’t expect to find an actor playing him in the cast rundown below. Here’s more on the actors telling this story.

Jaden Michael as Mickey Bolitar

Mickey Bolitar is a talented high...

Prime Video has debuted the official trailer for their upcoming thriller series “Harlan Coben’s Shelter” this week, which comes from best-selling author Harlan Coben.

The eight-episode series will premiere globally on August 18 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide, with new episodes available each Friday, leading up to the season finale on September 22.

Watch the official trailer for “Harlan Coben’s Shelter” down below.

Based on the first novel in the bestselling author Coben’s Mickey Bolitar trilogy, the series follows “the story of Mickey Bolitar after the sudden death of his father leads him to start a new life in Kasselton, New Jersey. Mickey quickly finds himself tangled in the mysterious disappearance of a new student at his school, Ashley Kent, which leads to uncovering unimaginable secrets within their quiet suburban community. With the help of his friends—the inventive Spoon and the secretive Ema—Mickey...

Today, Prime Video debuted a first look and premiere date for the highly-anticipated book adaptation of thriller series “Harlan Coben’s Shelter” from best-selling author Harlan Coben.

The eight-episode series will premiere globally on August 18 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide, with new episodes available each Friday, leading up to the season finale on September 22.

Based on the first novel in the bestselling author Coben’s Mickey Bolitar trilogy, the series follows “the story of Mickey Bolitar after the sudden death of his father leads him to start a new life in Kasselton, New Jersey. Mickey quickly finds himself tangled in the mysterious disappearance of a new student at his school, Ashley Kent, which leads to uncovering unimaginable secrets within their quiet suburban community. With the help of his friends—the inventive Spoon and the secretive Ema—Mickey pulls back the sleepy facade of Kasselton to...

Harlan Coben's novels have garnered a global following, and adaptations of his work on Netflix have premiered to a strong reception.

Now, the New York Times best-selling author is headed to Prime Video with an adaptation of Shelter.

Shelter, an eight-episode series, will premiere globally on August 18 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. New episodes will be available each Friday, leading up to the season finale on September 22.

Unlike the Netflix series from Coben, Shelter is getting a weekly release, which is exciting.

It means we can examine the clues, craft theories, and watch the conversation about this one weekly.

Harlan Coben's Shelter follows the story of Mickey Bolitar after the sudden death of his father leads him to start a new life in Kasselton, New Jersey.

Mickey quickly finds himself tangled in the mysterious disappearance of a new student at his school, Ashley Kent,...

Prime Video debuted the first-look image and revealed the premiere date for the adaptation of thriller series “Harlan Coben’s Shelter” from New York Times best-selling author Harlan Coben on Thursday. The show marks Coben’s first collaboration with Prime Video.

The first three episodes of the eight-episode series will premiere globally on Aug. 18 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide, with new episodes available each Friday, leading up to the season finale on Sept. 22.

“Harlan Coben’s Shelter” follows the story of Mickey Bolitar after the sudden death of his father leads him to start a new life in Kasselton, New Jersey. Mickey quickly finds himself tangled in the mysterious disappearance of a new student at his school, Ashley Kent, which leads to uncovering unimaginable secrets within their quiet suburban community.

With the help of his friends—the inventive Spoon and the secretive Ema—Mickey pulls back...

Exclusive: Harlan Coben’s Shelter, Prime Video’s YA action-thriller from MGM International Television Productions and Amazon Studios, is rounding out its recurring cast. Didi Conn (Grease), Missi Pyle (Y: The Last Man), Hunter Emery (Orange Is The New Black), Antonio Cipriano (God Friended Me), Peter Riegert (Local Hero), Adrienne Barbeau (Criminal Minds), Stephanie March (Law & Order: Svu) and Kristoffer Polaha (Jurassic World Dominion) join Jaden Michael in the series adaptation of Coben’s Mickey Bolitar novels, along with newcomer Samantha Bugliaro, Narci Regina (21 Bridges), Alexa Mareka (Boogie), Manuel Uriza (Too Old To Die Young), and Lee Aaron Rosen (Emily in Paris).

In addition to Michael, they join previously announced cast Constance Zimmer, Adrian Greensmith, Abby Corrigan, Sage Linder, Brian Altemus and Tovah Feldshuh.

Based on Coben’s Mickey Bolitar trilogy, Shelter tells the story of high school junior Mickey Bolitar (Michael) as he navigates his new life and a school in New Jersey.

Prime Video has brought in Tony Award nominee Tovah Feldshuh to join Colin in Black & White star Jaden Michael in their new young adult series Shelter per Deadline. The show is an adaption of the Mickey Bolitar series of novels from New York Times bestselling author Harlan Coben with Michael set to step in as the titular young detective. Feldshuh will recur in the series, appearing with previously announced cast members Constance Zimmer, Adrian Greensmith, Abby Corrigan, Sage Linder, and Brian Altemus.

Exclusive: Tony Award nominee Tovah Feldshuh has joined the cast of Amazon’s Harlan Coben’s Shelter, Deadline has learned. She will portray the character of Bat Lady, who is described as a wraith-like recluse who gives Mickey (Jaden Michael) an ominous disturbing piece of news.

The series, an adaptation of Harlan Coben’s Mickey Bolitar novels, tells the story of high school junior Mickey Bolitar (Michael) as he navigates his new life with a mom in rehab, a dead father, an annoying aunt and a new school in New Jersey with a camel as its mascot. When a creepy old lady who may or may not be a ghost tells Mickey that his father isn’t dead, Mickey is sure he’s losing his mind on top of everything.

2022 Prime Video Pilots & Series Orders

Mickey finds a grounding force in Ashley Kent, another new...

HBO Max is expanding its kids and family programming slate with B-Loved, a ghostly romance two-part special event starring Peyton List (Cobra Kai), along with three live-action acquisitions, including all three seasons of Hank Zipzer, based on the book written by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver, inspired by Winkler’s life.

B-Loved (working title), from Endeavor Content and Wonder Worldwide, stars List as Bea, a free-spirited teenage ghost who forms a special friendship with the new boy in town, Cole, whose house she has been inhabiting for over 100 years. With the help of a magical ring that allows Cole to see Bea, they’ll rediscover the meaning of being alive, but also the importance of letting go. Written by Black List Nicholl Fellowship winner, Cesar Vitale, the special will be directed by Emily Ting (Tall Girl 2). It’s scheduled to premiere in time for Valentine’s Day 2023 on HBO Max.

Amazon Studios has given a series order to its YA action-thriller pilot Harlan Coben’s Shelter, an adaptation of Coben’s Mickey Bolitar novels with Jaden Michael (Colin in Black and White) starring as Bolitar. The project, co-produced by MGM International Television Productions and Amazon Studios, will premiere on Prime Video.

The Shelter pilot, written by Harlan Coben and Charlotte Coben and directed by Patricia Cardoso, wrapped filming in Coben’s home state of New Jersey at the end of 2021. In addition to Michael as Mickey Bolitar, the cast also includes Constance Zimmer as Shira Bolitar, Adrian Greensmith as Arthur “Spoon” Spindell, Abby Corrigan as Emma Winslow, and Sage Linder as Rachel Caldwell, with Brian Altemus joining the cast as Troy.

Based on the first novel in the bestselling author Coren’s Mickey Bolitar trilogy, Shelter tells the story of high school junior Mickey Bolitar (Michael) as he navigates his...

Amazon has picked up the series adaptation of Harlan Coben’s “Shelter,” Variety has learned.

The show was ordered to pilot at Amazon in 2021. Based on the first novel in Coben’s Mickey Bolitar trilogy, the YA thriller series stars Jaden Michael as Bolitar as he navigates his new life with a mom in rehab, a dead father, an annoying aunt, and a new school in New Jersey with a camel as its mascot. When a creepy old lady who may or may not be a ghost tells Mickey that his father isn’t dead, Mickey is sure he’s losing his mind on top of everything. Mickey finds a grounding force in Ashley Kent, another new student who’s lived through her own tragedy. But then Ashley goes missing, and as Mickey searches for her, he learns that everything she told him was a lie—and that he is...

The Amazon YA pilot “Shelter” has added three new cast members, Variety has learned exclusively.

Adrian Greensmith, Abby Corrigan, and Sage Linder have all joined the pilot, which is based on the first novel in Harlan Coben’s Mickey Bolitar book trilogy. Jaden Michael will star as Bolitar with Constance Zimmer also starring in the pilot.

The show tells the story of high school junior Mickey Bolitar (Michael) as he navigates his new life with a mom in rehab, a dead father, an annoying aunt, and a new school in New Jersey with a camel as its mascot. And a creepy old lady who may or may not be a ghost just told him on his way to school that his father isn’t dead. Then Mickey meets and falls for Ashley Kent, another new student who’s lived through her own tragedy. But when Ashley goes missing, Mickey searches...