Author Harlan Coben on New Show "Final Twist" [Extended Interview]
The Takeout with Major Garrett
CBS News
4.6 • 586 Ratings
🗓️ 8 January 2026
⏱️ 36 minutes
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Summary
Major has a wide-ranging interview with author and TV producer Harlan Coben to discuss his new show "Harlan Coben's Final Twist," from CBS' See it Now Studios . Harlan discusses the differences he faces between being a fiction writer and tackling the reality and sensitivity of these true stories in his new show. They also discuss his favorite police shows throughout the years, and what he classifies as his version of success.
"Harlan Coben's Final Twist" is available to stream on Paramount+.
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