Aug 30, 2025 · 36 min
Derek Haas is a novelist, screenwriter, and television creator whose work spans blockbuster films, bestselling thrillers, and one of the most enduring franchises on network TV. He co-wrote movies like 2 Fast 2 Furious, 3:10 to Yuma, and Wanted, and is the author of the acclaimed Silver Bear series. On television, he created Chicago Fire and helped build NBC’s “One Chicago” universe—spinning off Chicago P.D., Chicago Med, and Chicago Justice—while also co-creating FBI: International. His latest project, Countdown, is a crime thriller that debuted on Amazon Prime in June 2025. From novels to Hollywood blockbusters to TV universes that have lasted more than a decade, Haas has built a career defined by fast-paced storytelling and characters that stay with you.