ABC develops new spy drama

ABC is reportedly working with writer Greg Poirier to develop a new spy drama.

Deadline claims that the National Treasure: Book of Secrets scribe is working on a pilot script for the series.

The show will feature a female lead character and is being described as a cross between Taken and The Bourne Identity.

The Gates creator Grant Scharbo will produce the show alongside partner Gina Matthews. Director Steve Schill is also expected to helm the pilot.

ABC is believed to be in the process of recruiting writers for potential future episodes.

The network is already developing two other spy-based series for next season, with remakes of Charlie's Angels and 1994 film True Lies in the works.