2 New Actors Cast in Shadowhunters

By Maryann Yin 

The Mortal Instruments Logo (GalleyCat)Two more actors have been cast in Shadowhunters. Harry Shum Jr. will play a warlock named Magnus Bane and Alan Van Sprang will play a villain named Valentine.

The story for this project was adapted from The Mortal Instruments series written by young adult novelist Cassandra Clare. According to Clare’s Tumblr page, ABC Family has set the premiere date for early 2016.

Here’s more from Variety.com: “Shum previously showcased his dance moves as Mike Chang in the Fox show “Glee” which recently finished its sixth and final season. “Shadowhunters” is produced by Constantin Film, with Ed Decter and McG serving as executive producers. McG will direct the pilot.”