Actor Rainn Wilson of 'The Office' Makes Debut In New Series, 'Backstrom'
1,338 views · Published 21 January 2015 · 2:18 · Indexed 25 October 2026
Channel: FOX 5 New York · 2015 · News & Politics
Actor Rainn Wilson of 'The Office' stars in the new series, 'Backstrom,' on Thursdays at 9 p.m. on FOX 5. "'Backstrom' is based on a series of Swedish crime novels and a difficult police detective, Backstrom, who is brilliant at solving crimes," said Wilson. This character is no 'Dwight' from 'The Office.' "I read the part and I was just captivated by it. It's such a complex character," said Wilson. Wilson acknowledges that as he plays the over-eating, indulger, smoker and alcoholic that is 'Backstrom,' and no matter how successful the show will be, he'll always be associated with 'Dwight.' "I'm grateful. I loved it. It was the greatest job I ever had," said Wilson.
