The Finder (2012)
A Florida-set procedural drama about an Iraq War veteran whose brain injury gifted him with an extraordinary compulsion to find anything — or anyone.
The Finder - Series Information
- Original Title: The Finder
- First Air Year: 2012
- Last Air Year: 2012
- Created by: Hart Hanson
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 43 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 13
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: January 12, 2012 (United States - TV-14), January 12, 2012 (Germany - 12), January 12, 2012 (France - 16), January 12, 2012 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: FOX
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: 追踪者 (CN)
The Finder - Plot
Walter Sherman, an Iraq War veteran, has the extraordinary ability to help people find the unfindable.
The Finder - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and get a first look at Walter Sherman's world:
A Different Kind Of Detective
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The Finder - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Hart Hanson
Main Cast
- Geoff Stults
- Maddie Hasson
- Mercedes Mason
- Michael Clarke Duncan
- Toby Hemingway
- Amy Aquino
- Wilson Cruz
- Eric Roberts
- T.J. Myers
- Lance Gross
Writers
- Will Pascoe
- Nkechi Okoro Carroll
- Emilia Serrano
- John Zinman
- Hart Hanson
The Finder - FAQs
What is The Finder about?
The Finder follows Walter Sherman, an Iraq War veteran whose brain injury left him with a remarkable compulsion to locate anything or anyone. Operating out of a Florida bar, he takes on unusual cases alongside his legal advisor Leo Knox and a young ward named Willa Monday.
Is The Finder a spin-off of another show?
The Finder originated as a backdoor pilot within the Bones episode 'The Finder' (Season 6, 2011). Creator Hart Hanson introduced Walter Sherman in that episode before FOX greenlit the character's own standalone series, which premiered in January 2012.
Where can you stream The Finder?
The Finder is available to stream on Disney Plus. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Check JustWatch for the most current availability in your region.
Why was The Finder cancelled after one season?
FOX cancelled The Finder in May 2012 after a single season of 13 episodes, citing low ratings. The show struggled to build a consistent audience in its Friday night timeslot. The death of co-star Michael Clarke Duncan in September 2012 also made any potential revival unlikely.
Who are the main actors in The Finder?
The series stars Geoff Stults as Walter Sherman, Michael Clarke Duncan as Leo Knox, Maddie Hasson as Willa Monday, Mercedes Mason as Isabel Zambada, Toby Hemingway as Timo Proud, Amy Aquino as Cristina Farrel, Wilson Cruz as Jonni, and Eric Roberts as Uncle Shadrack.
When did The Finder first air?
The Finder premiered on January 12, 2012, on FOX in the United States. The single-season run concluded in May 2012, comprising 13 episodes in total.
What are shows similar to The Finder?
Fans of The Finder often enjoy Burn Notice, another Florida-set series with a quirky protagonist and procedural cases. Rosewood, Dexter, and CSI: Miami offer similar sun-soaked crime drama vibes, while The Rockford Files is a classic touchstone for unconventional detective storytelling.
Is The Finder based on a true story or book?
The series is loosely inspired by Richard Greener's novel The Locator, which features a protagonist with a similar gift for finding people and objects. The TV adaptation reimagined the character as an Iraq War veteran and relocated the setting to the Florida Keys.
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