CSI: Vegas

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This article is about the 2021 TV series. For the 2000 TV series, see CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
CSI: Vegas
Logo For CSI Vegas.png
Logo seen in teaser trailer
Genre
Based onCSI: Crime Scene Investigation
by Anthony E. Zuiker
Developed by
  • Jason Tracey
Starring
Opening theme"Who Are You"
by The Who
ComposerJohn M. Keane
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes10
Production
Executive producers
Running time42 minutes
Production companies
DistributorCBS Media Ventures
Release
Original networkCBS
Picture format1080i (HDTV)
Original releaseOctober 6, 2021 (2021-10-06) –
present (present)
Chronology
Preceded byCSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000–2015)
Related showsCSI franchise

CSI: Vegas is an American crime television series that debuted on CBS on October 6, 2021. It is a sequel to the long-running series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and the fifth series in the CSI franchise. The series stars William Petersen and Jorja Fox as Gil Grissom and Sara Sidle, reprising their roles from CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, while Paula Newsome, Matt Lauria, Mel Rodriguez, and Mandeep Dhillon portray new characters. Wallace Langham and Paul Guilfoyle also reprise their roles as David Hodges and Jim Brass, being credited as guest stars. Originally branded as a epilogue limited series, a second season was ordered in December 2021, without Petersen returning.[1] The first season contained ten episodes.

Cast[]

Main[]

Recurring[]

Episodes[]

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date [2]U.S. viewers
(millions)
1"Legacy"Uta BriesewitzJason TraceyOctober 6, 2021 (2021-10-06)4.12[3]
An attack on Jim Brass brings Gil Grissom and Sara Sidle out of retirement, only for them to uncover a conspiracy that could jeopardize the Las Vegas crime lab and lead to the release of thousands of convicted killers.
2"Honeymoon in Vegas"Nathan HopeJason TraceyOctober 13, 2021 (2021-10-13)3.91[4]
While Grissom and Sara try to help a former colleague implicated in evidence tampering, the CSI team investigates the murder of a couple on their wedding day and find a link to the dark side of the Las Vegas elite.
3"Under the Skin"Nathan HopeCraig O'NeillOctober 20, 2021 (2021-10-20)3.54[5]
As Grissom and Sara continue their investigation into charges against David Hodges, the CSIs investigate the murder of a video game developer found in a fountain before a gaming tournament.
4"Long Pig"Nicole RubioSafia M. DirieOctober 27, 2021 (2021-10-27)3.34[6]
The CSI team investigates when a body is dug up in the luau pit of a Hawaiian-themed hotel. Also, Internal Affairs begins to question Grissom and Sara's return to the crime lab.
5"Let the Chips Fall"Kenneth FinkGraham ThielNovember 3, 2021 (2021-11-03)3.22[7]
A cargo plane lands safely but with everyone on board dead. Meanwhile Grissom and Sara get closer to the one suspected of framing Hodges, only to find out that he is killed and thus not the mastermind.
6"Funhouse"Benny BoomSamantha HumphreyNovember 10, 2021 (2021-11-10)3.24[8]
CSI goes on lockdown when evidence in a new murder tips off Grissom and Sara to a new suspect in the crime lab. Meanwhile the CSIs investigate a series of murders at a dilapidated clown-themed hotel.
7"In the Blood"Christine MooreMarisa TamNovember 17, 2021 (2021-11-17)3.88[9]
A lost horse is found in front of a hotel with human blood and a boot on it. The police search leads them to a halfway house for murder convicts. Meanwhile Grissom and Sara positively identify Wix as the mastermind behind Hodges' case as his sister brags that Wix will never be apprehended for the crime.
8"Pipe Cleaner"Benny BoomSafia M. Dirie & Samantha HumphreyNovember 24, 2021 (2021-11-24)4.20[10]
The CSIs investigate human remains found in a convention center owner's bathtub. Meanwhile, Grissom and Sara use the opportunity to get closer to Wix's star witness.
9"Waiting in the Wings"Christine MooreCraig O'Neill & Jason TraceyDecember 1, 2021 (2021-12-01)3.95[11]
The CSIs delve into the eccentric world of sideshows when a couple of performers are found burned in a pit. Meanwhile, Hodges thinks over a plea deal as his trial begins.
10"Signed, Sealed, Delivered"Kenneth FinkJason Tracey & Craig O'NeillDecember 8, 2021 (2021-12-08)3.55[12]
When Hodges goes missing, the CSIs must search for evidence that can locate him, clear his name, and save the reputation of the crime lab. Hodges is found alive, and Wix is convicted.

Production[]

Development[]

Following the airing of the finale of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, in 2015, series creator Anthony E. Zuiker said the future of the characters would be that "Grissom and Sara ... [would still be] sailing the oceans, ... saving the environment, ... [would have] children, and they would dedicate their lives to the betterment of humanity. ... Catherine would still be running the crime lab, ... [Brass] probably would retire, ... and DB probably is working in the private sector in Washington DC. And I think that all these characters would still have their toe in the crime water."[13] Soon after the cancellation of the last series in the franchise, CSI: Cyber, in 2016, it was announced that the producers were open to reviving the franchise. The CBS Entertainment president at the time, Glenn Geller, said, "We are incredibly proud of all CSI shows. It may come back in another incarnation."[14] On February 10, 2020, it was announced that an event series sequel to CSI: Crime Scene Investigation was being discussed, from Jason Tracey, CBS Studios, and Jerry Bruckheimer Television, with Tracey, Jerry Bruckheimer, and Jonathan Littman as executive producers.[15] On August 10, 2020, it was announced that the series was still in development, now titled CSI: Vegas, with the original star of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, William Petersen, set to executive produce alongside Tracey, Bruckheimer, Littman, KirstieAnne Reed, Zuiker, Craig O'Neill, and Cynthia Chvatal.[16] In February 2021, the series was nearing a formal straight-to-series order. It was also announced that although it is being billed as an event series, it could become an ongoing series airing multiple seasons.[17] On March 31, 2021, it was announced that CSI: Vegas had officially been ordered to series, with Uta Briesewitz directing the pilot.[18] On December 15, 2021, CBS renewed the series for a second season,[1] though William Petersen won't return.

Casting[]

On February 10, 2020, it was announced that two of the original stars of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Petersen and Jorja Fox, were in talks to potentially reprise their roles as Gil Grissom and Sara Sidle.[15] On August 10, 2020, it was announced that Petersen and Fox were still in negotiations to return, and that casting was under way for five new characters.[16] On February 12, 2021, it was revealed that Paula Newsome, Matt Lauria, and Mel Rodriguez had been cast in the series. Lauria and Rodriguez both previously guest-starred as different characters in the franchise. It was also revealed that Petersen and Fox were finalizing their deals.[17] On March 31, 2021, it was announced that Mandeep Dhillon had been cast in the series.[19] Later that day, it was revealed that Wallace Langham would reprise his role as David Hodges, and Petersen and Fox were officially announced as being cast.[18] On May 3, 2021, it was announced that Jamie McShane had been cast in a recurring role and that Paul Guilfoyle would reprise his role as Jim Brass in two episodes.[20] In September 2021, Zuiker hinted that additional CSI: Crime Scene Investigation characters may make appearances in the series.[21]

Filming[]

On August 10, 2020, it was announced that filming was planned to start in the fall of 2020, whenever COVID-19 conditions permitted Hollywood production to resume.[16] On January 8, 2021, it was announced that the series is set to begin production in early 2021.[22] Filming began May 4, and was scheduled to run until November 4, 2021, in Los Angeles, California.[23] On August 22, 2021, it was reported that Petersen had been taken to a hospital after becoming ill during filming.[24]Upon the show’s renewal in December 2021, it was announced that Petersen would not be returning, but Fox still could.[1]

Release[]

The series was originally planned to air on October 6, 2020, to mark 20 years of the day of the premiere of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.[15] However, on August 10, 2020, it was announced that due to COVID-19 related production shutdowns, the series would not be able to meet that premiere date.[16] On January 8, 2021, it was announced that the series is set to air during the 2021–22 television season.[22] On May 19, 2021, CBS announced that the series would premiere in fall 2021, on Wednesdays at 10 p.m. ET.[25] On July 12, 2021, a premiere date of October 6, 2021 was announced by CBS, to mark 21 years since the day of the premiere of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.[26] The first season is set to comprise ten episodes.[21]

Reception[]

Ratings[]

Viewership and ratings per episode of CSI: Vegas
No. Title Air date Rating/share
(18–49)		 Viewers
(millions)		 DVR
(18–49)		 DVR viewers
(millions)		 Total
(18–49)		 Total viewers
(millions)
1 "Legacy" October 6, 2021 0.5 4.12[3] TBD TBD TBD TBD
2 "Honeymoon in Vegas" October 13, 2021 0.4 3.91[4] TBD TBD TBD TBD
3 "Under the Skin" October 20, 2021 0.4 3.54[5] TBD TBD TBD TBD
4 "Long Pig" October 27, 2021 0.4 3.34[6] TBD TBD TBD TBD
5 "Let the Chips Fall" November 3, 2021 0.3 3.22[7] TBD TBD TBD TBD
6 "Funhouse" November 10, 2021 0.4 3.24[8] TBD TBD TBD TBD
7 "In the Blood" November 17, 2021 0.4 3.88[9] 0.4 3.09 0.8 6.97[27]
8 "Pipe Cleaner" November 24, 2021 0.5 4.20[10] 0.4 3.20 0.9 7.40[28]
9 "Waiting in the Wings" December 1, 2021 0.4 3.95[11] 0.3 2.62 0.7 6.58[29]
10 "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" December 8, 2021 0.4 3.55[12] 0.4 3.09 0.7 6.64[30]

References[]

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