EXCLUSIVE: James Maslow (Big Time Rush) is set to headline and executive-produce Unbound, an unscripted adventure series from TSMA Studios.
The series, which is due to launch on YouTube, follows the Big Time Rush alum as he travels the world, teaming with experts, celebrities, athletes and creators to take on “high‑intensity, once‑in‑a‑lifetime experiences”.
Season one, filmed across LA, Nashville, Miami and Hawaii, features guests including Jaime Camil (Jane the Virgin), personal trainer and bodybuilder Mike O’Hearn, firearms training company Taran Tactical, racecar driver Ryan Phinny and digital creator Alvaro Nunez, with activities ranging from racecar driving and tactical training to exploring the Everglades.
Season two is being planned to take place internationally with episodes spanning Asia, including Japan and South Korea, where the show will dive into “high‑energy pop culture to deeply rooted traditions and cross‑cultural discovery”.
A third season is being developed to take place in Israel, where Maslow, who is Jewish, will train with and spotlight competitors at the Maccabiah Games, “exploring the intersection of identity, culture and sport”.
Maslow is a former member of pop group Big Time Rush, which was formed alongside the Nickelodeon series of the same name, which ran for four seasons.
“When I started in this industry, television was the gold standard,” Maslow remarked. “Today, I believe YouTube holds that place— a platform where anyone can bring their imagination to life. After 20 years of nonstop work, Unbound has let me turn long-neglected hobbies and adventures into something meaningful. It’s been my excuse to have fun again. This year I’ve reconnected with old friends, lived more life, and helped create something special. And maybe it’s just the beginning—there are a few more shows I’d love to produce for friends next.”
“Unbound comes at a time where there isn’t enough exciting, adventurous, exploration-focused content on the Internet… and it is very much needed. James is quite literally removing the boundaries set for him most of his life, and inspiring others to do the same,” said series director Ryan Walker.
Maslow is represented by Advanced Management, Formation Talent Agency, and Motion Talent.
