Deadline is reporting that Vampire Diaries alum Michael Malarkey has joined upcoming UFO drama Blue Book. He’ll be playing World War II hero Captain Michael Quinn, a charming Air Force pilot whose raw emotion clashes with the scientific mind of his new partner.
In addition to his role on the CW drama, Malarkey has appeared on the likes of Raw and Mr. Sloane. He joins a cast that includes Laura Mennell (Alphas) as Dr. Hynek’s wife Mimi, a stay-at-home mother who dreams of something more; Michael Harney (Orange is the New Black) as powerful and highly decorated veteran Hoyt Vandenberg; and Ksenia Solo (Lost Girl) as stylish town newcomer Susie.
Joining a scripted slate that includes Vikings, Six, and Knightfall, Blue Book is set to premiere next year on History.
