The CW is redeveloping a pilot project from Commander In Chief creator Rod Lurie that was originally intended for ABC, it has been revealed.

Capital City was first mooted in 2002 when the Washington-based drama was headed for ABC's 2002-03 season. That deal fell through, but The CW has now expressed interest in the concept.

Lurie will write, executive produce and - if the show is picked up - direct the new version, according to The Hollywood Reporter.