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T10 WHATS UP! March 18 - 24, 2018 der," both of which are clear emblems of the police proce- dural genre. So, where lies the twist? While most would expect that to be found in the killer's reveal — which it may very well be — what makes this latest genre se- ries stand out above the rest is the lead character, Reinhart, who, like his novel counterpart, is a married gay man. This move is set to be the first broad-range broadcast of an hour-long series that features a queer lead character, a progres- sive and timely move by the network. CBS is no stranger to paving the way for cultural and sexual diversity, though, after the recent success of CBS All Access's "Star Trek: Discovery." This opportunity meant so much to Cumming, who admit- ted to the Hollywood Reporter that "it was one of the reasons [he] wanted to do the show." The Scottish-American actor is a longtime LGBTQ2+ activist and advocate, openly bisexual and compassionately proud. The chance to portray Rein- hart's character, with all of his layers, was both "an incredible thing and a terrible thing" to Cumming. Given the current political fervor in America — "a time in America where gay people are being persecuted ... our rights are being removed," as Cumming puts it — the actor saw that it was "all the more important to have a character with a healthy same-sex mar- riage on TV." While the politics are clearly present in the writing of "In- stinct," the series places great- er emphasis on its execution of sarcastic wit. Reinhart is a master of words and clever one-liners, always one to note the most culturally and mo- mentarily significant things with an ample dose of observa- tional humor. This plays well alongside Needham's profes- sional drive, as she plays a strong, leading role in the in- vestigation, not afraid to smile but constant in her devotion to the case. The two follow the tradition of unlikely pairings, though it is plain to see they have a chemistry and make a formidable team. The new era of the police procedurals has arrived, amply stacked with drama, laughs and cultural relevance. With a stel- lar cast and intriguing premise, it's easy to see why CBS was quick to transform this recent James Patterson novel into a fully realized, hour-long series. Find out if Reinhart and Need- ham have the skills needed to uncover this literary-loving kill- er when "Instinct" premieres Sunday, March 18, on CBS. Naveen Andrews stars in "Instinct" continued from page T2 The write wit: Remixing police procedurals with 'Instinct' Leaf Guard 5 x 5 TV FEATURE $avings Worth Squealing About SAVE 50-90% on dining, shopping, entertainment, salons & spas and much more! Get great deals at nwadealpiggy.com