Why Amazon Should Return The Bosch: Legacy Rights To Michael Connelly

Overview

Despite the ongoing discussions, Amazon is unlikely to return the rights of Harry Bosch to Michael Connelly, although a potential compromise with Netflix for future seasons remains a possibility.
Fans are actively advocating for a continuation of the series through a petition titled “Save Bosch: Legacy, ”calling for either an additional season or a feature film.
The emphasis on promotional advantages by Amazon appears to overshadow the vision of Bosch’s creator, Michael Connelly, which has stifled the development of the character.

Bosch: Legacy is set to grace screens again on March 27, 2025, marking the conclusion of Harry Bosch’s individual stories following Amazon’s decision to cancel the show before its third installment. The creative team had envisioned more episodes prior to this unfortunate decision. Michael Connelly, the original author, sold the rights to bring Harry Bosch to life on screen to Amazon in 2014, a partnership that has recently faced challenges due to the cancellation.

Actor Titus Welliver remains committed to the character of Harry Bosch, albeit in a diminished role within the spin-off series featuring Renee Ballard. Both Connelly and Welliver have expressed a desire to continue their collaboration. Yet, the question arises: what is preventing Amazon from returning the rights back to Michael Connelly, thus allowing him to explore Harry Bosch on Netflix? Alternatively, there could be potential crossovers with The Lincoln Lawyer or even appearances on other streaming platforms. The situation is further complicated by the ongoing spin-off with Ballard, along with Connelly’s active engagement with Amazon.

The Case for Michael Connelly to Reclaim Harry Bosch’s Story

Bosch: Legacy Season 3
Starring	Titus Welliver, Mimi Rogers, Madison Lintz, Chang, Denise G. Sanchez, Scott Klace, Gregory Scott Cummins, Troy Evans, Orla Brady, Michael Reilly Burke, Andrea Cortes, Dale Dickey, Mark Rolston, Anthony Gonzales, Tommy Martinez, and Maggie Q
Based on the books by	Michael Connelly
Created by	Tom Bernardo, Michael Connelly, and Eric Ellis Overmyer

Creative partnerships often face challenges, but typically they end amicably with mutual agreements. Unfortunately, Michael Connelly is currently bound to Amazon due to their ownership of the TV rights for Harry Bosch, and Amazon’s strategy for character usage in the Ballard spin-off is restrictive. This limitation creates a hurdle for the continuation of Bosch: Legacy on alternative networks or platforms.

Notably, The Lincoln Lawyer has successfully secured another season on Netflix, and the potential for a crossover with this popular series is appealing, especially since they both stem from the same literary universe authored by Connelly.

Amazon appears keen to retain Harry Bosch as a pivotal character to draw interest between Bosch: Legacy and Ballard, effectively using him as a promotional asset. However, with their prior decision to cancel the series, one wonders why a collaborative series featuring both Bosch and Ballard wasn’t pursued, as this aligns more closely with the narrative structure of Connelly’s works.By failing to honor the author’s creative vision for both characters, Amazon risks limiting the development of Bosch’s character and withholding opportunities for comprehensive storytelling.

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The World of Bosch | 9 Seasons | 2 Series | 1 Legendary Detective | Prime Video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzLxtEig2AQ)

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The World of Bosch | 9 Seasons | 2 Series | 1 Legendary Detective | Prime Video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzLxtEig2AQ)

Crucial Points for the Save Bosch: Legacy Campaign

Support the movement to Save Bosch: Legacy by signing the petition HERE.
Amplify the cause by sharing the petition link across all major social media platforms, including X, Threads, Blue Sky, Facebook, and Instagram.
Contribute reviews for Bosch: Legacy on Prime and IMDB, detailing your appreciation for the series and your desire for at least ONE MORE SEASON to adequately conclude the narrative.

Is There a Possible Compromise Between Amazon and Michael Connelly?

If major studios like Marvel and Disney can engage in shared character usage with Spider-Man, then surely Amazon could consider allowing Harry Bosch to be featured on Netflix or another platform. This would enable Bosch to collaborate with Ballard while simultaneously pursuing his narrative in Bosch: Legacy.

Fans have voiced their opinions loud and clear through the petition to Save Bosch: Legacy, advocating for either the continuation of the series with another season or a feature-length film.The desire for more Harry Bosch content is unmistakable.

Should Amazon be open to enabling the former LAPD detective to join Netflix, it would open doors for compelling crossovers with The Lincoln Lawyer while allowing Bosch to further explore his story through multiple seasons of Bosch: Legacy. However, the reality remains that Amazon may likely resist such arrangements despite the original Bosch series significantly contributing to their early streaming success. In Hollywood, loyalty often seems absent; Amazon appears more interested in keeping control over the character than facilitating an environment where Bosch could flourish freely.