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CSI: Vegas: Who’s returning to the sequel of the hit crime show?
CBS’ CSI: Vegas will be returning to the network after more than a year of being in the works.
The CSI franchise was the most watched drama series in the world for seven years between 2006 and 2016.
CSI: Vegas: Who’s returning to the sequel of the hit crime show?
CSI: Vegas is set to hit CBS’ schedule in 2021-2022.
The crime series, produced by CBS Studios and Jerry Bruckheimer Television will focus on an “existential threat” to the Las Vegas crime lab.
There will be a new team of foreign investigators and veterans in the revival.
In addition to the series regulars such as: William Petersen, Jorja Fox, and Wallace Langham, the new cast will consist of:
- Paula Newsome
- Matt Lauria
- Mel Rodriguez
- Mandeep Dhillon
CSI: Vegas will feature the regular cast and some new additions[/caption]
CBS Entertainment president Kelly Kahl dished to the Hollywood Reporter about the cast and series revival, saying: “We are thrilled to welcome the next generation of forensic criminalists to the CSI brand and unite them with the legendary characters from the past who we still love, including the extraordinary Billy Petersen and Jorja Fox.
“Crimefighting technology has advanced dramatically over the last several years, and combined with classic CSI storytelling, we can’t wait to watch this new CSI team do what they do best: follow the evidence.”
When will CSI: Vegas premiere?
CSI: Vegas does not yet have a premiere date.
According to Deadline, the series was set to debut in October 2020, marking the 20th anniversary of the franchise series’ premiere.
However, because of the coronavirus pandemic the plans were halted and production ceased.
CSI: Vegas does not yet have a premiere date.[/caption]
CSI premiered in October 2000 and quickly became one of the most popular TV series of the decade, ranking among the 10 most watched shows on TV for each of its first 11 seasons.
The show ran for 15 seasons and 335 episodes, plus a two-part movie in 2015.
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Executive producer Jerry Bruckheimer spoke about the revival to Deadline, saying: “I’m excited to be bringing back the CSI franchise to all our fans who have been so loyal to us for all these years.
“And to be back in Las Vegas where it all started over 20 years ago makes it even more special.
“We’ve enjoyed working on this project with CBS and look forward to welcoming back Billy, Jorja and Wallace as they join a new group of talented actors in CSI: Vegas.”
