6 CSI Shows We Would Like To See After Vegas’ Season 3 Cancelation

May 18, 2024, 4:20 p.m.

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6 CSI Shows We Would Like To See After Vegas’ Season 3 Cancelation

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Summary A new CSI show in development post-Vegas cancelation means opportunities for a fresh narrative are exciting.

Setting a shift away from Vegas likely, the new show could explore uncharted territories for the franchise.

Learning from past shows' strengths and weaknesses is crucial for the next CSI series to carry on the legacy.

The CSI franchise has incurred many spinoffs from its original series, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and though CSI: Vegas is canceled, new shows are certainly on the horizon. CSI: Vegas was originally meant as a miniseries that would serve as an epilogue to the first CSI, but its popularity allowed it to continue for three seasons. CSI: Vegas was unique in the franchise because it followed a more serialized format than the other shows, which were standard crime procedurals with episodic stories and light overarching storylines. A new show will have to determine which path to follow in its narrative.

It's safe to say that it won't take place in Las Vegas, as two shows have already covered this setting, but every other CSI show has taken a new setting and transformed it into a memorable part of the franchise.

There's a new CSI show in development despite Vegas' cancelation, and while it's sad to see Vegas go, the possibilities for the upcoming show are just as exciting. It's safe to say that it won't take place in Las Vegas, as two shows have already covered this setting, but every other CSI show has taken a new setting and transformed it into a memorable part of the franchise. Carrying on such a prolific legacy isn’t easy, but the next CSI iteration must learn from the mistakes of the past shows. Each series had specific strengths and weaknesses throughout their runs.

Though many CSI franchise characters could have returned in CSI: Vegas they won't get the opportunity to make a cameo now that the show is canceled. However, this showcases an excellent opportunity for cast members to be included in the upcoming series. Even if they won't be part of the main cast anymore, even CSI: Vegas characters could appear in the new show. Of course, it all depends on where and when the story is set. Playing with periods and settings would be a great way for the next show to distinguish itself and carve out a new niche.

Related The 1 Thing That Made CSI: Las Vegas Different From CSI's 3 Other Spinoffs There was one major difference between the original CSI show and its spinoffs, especially CSI: Miami and CSI: NY, regarding the teams’ leaders.

6 A CSI: Miami Reboot

The very first spinoff that's almost as legendary as the original

CSI: Miami CSI: Miami is a police procedural drama that aired for 10 seasons from 2002-2012 on CBS. The first spin-off of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, the series features a group of detectives working for the Miami-Dade Police Department's Crime Scene Investigations. David Caruso, Emily Procter, and Adam Rodriguez star on the show. Cast David Caruso , Emily Procter Release Date September 23, 2002 Seasons 10 Network CBS

The first thing that many fans think of when CSI: Miami is brought up is the long-running protagonist of the series, Horatio Caine (David Caruso). He was the leader of the Miami crime lab, and without his leadership skills, the other CSIs would have been lost. He's one of the best CSI team leaders because of his no-nonsense attitude and his resolve to do anything to save someone's life. It's iconic characters like Caine who would make a reboot of CSI: Miami a great choice for the franchise's trajectory. However, a brand new team would have to be centered.

Additionally, the setting of Miami itself is rife with opportunities for new crimes and dramatic intrigue.

The original actors are older and some are semi-retired, but seeing them make a cameo after a new team is introduced would still be amazing. Additionally, the setting of Miami itself is rife with opportunities for new crimes and dramatic intrigue. Its position on the ocean and proximity to such extreme levels of wealth and poverty simultaneously would allow the series to examine social and political issues more than ever before. Seeing the return of Eric Delko (Adam Rodriguez) as a major player would be a great evolution of his character and tie-in to the original show.

Watch CSI: Miami on Hulu or Paramount+.

5 A Grissom Backstory

The history behind the best character in the series

Although Gil Grissom (William Petersen) has already returned in CSI: Vegas, there's still plenty more to explore for his character, especially his past. For the majority of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Grissom was the team leader and easily the most interesting character on the show. However, while there are parts of his backstory that the audience learns throughout the show, much of his young adult life remains a mystery. His time researching and getting his Ph.D. as well as working his way up through the Las Vegas crime lab would be equally compelling.

A Grissom backstory could cast a new actor to play the young Gil and allow the series to go back in time to explore the evolution of forensic investigation when it was still in its infancy. The technological aspect of the CSI franchise has always been one of the most compelling parts of the show. Digging into how these techniques were developed and Grissom's impact on how the Vegas crime lab is run would seamlessly expand the universe. Other young versions of classic characters could make appearances as well, adding lore and layers to the existing canon.

4 An International Division

How the CSIs operate on the world stage

Focusing on returning cast members or a whole new team, an international contingent could open the door for a CSI team in many countries across the globe.

CSI has always been deeply rooted in the United States police force and American crimes. While international investigations often deal more with espionage and prevention rather than crime scene investigation, there's still a place for the CSI franchise outside America. Focusing on returning cast members or a whole new team, an international contingent could open the door for a CSI team in many countries across the globe. A show like this would likely follow the serialized format of CSI: Vegas but would have the added benefit of including multiple locations around the world to keep audiences engaged.

The biggest problem an international series would pose is the budget, but as the CSIs typically work in a lab, the meat of the series would occur on a stagnant set. A show like this could be similar in nature to the new NCIS Tony and Ziva spinoff which will follow the pair racing around Europe. A couple with the same level of interest in CSI would be Grissom and Sara Sidle (Jorja Fox). Though the future of their relationship was explored on CSI: Vegas, seeing an older couple being relevant and solving crimes would be a revolutionary new angle.

3 A CSI: NY Reboot

Returning to New York to explore how the city has changed

CSI: NY (2004) A gritty spin-off set in New York City, this procedural drama follows Detective Mac Taylor and his team of forensic experts as they unravel complex criminal cases using scientific skills and evidence left behind at crime scenes. The series examines the personal and professional lives of the team members, set against the backdrop of the busy and often harsh realities of the New York City criminal justice system. Cast Gary Sinise , Melina Kanakaredes , Carmine Giovinazzo , Hill Harper , Eddie Cahill Release Date September 22, 2004 Seasons 9 Franchise(s) CSI Creator(s) Anthony E. Zuiker , Ann Donahue , Carol Mendelsohn

New York is one of the most iconic cities in the world and CSI: NY used this to its advantage. The series premiered after CSI: Miami and proved that the CSI formula could be applied anywhere. New York has been the setting of many crime shows, but CSI: NY was able to balance the science that makes CSI what it is along with unique new characters. Mac Taylor (Gary Sinise) served as NY's leader, and his military background colored how he functioned within a group setting, his dynamic with his second-in-command was also a pivotal aspect of the show.

Over the past few years, New York has evolved as a city, as has the CSI franchise and a return to the setting might be the perfect next step. Taylor was adamant about the CSIs keeping their personal lives out of the lab, so it would be a fun subversion if the next New York Supervisor of the New York crime lab was in touch with their emotions and led with their heart as well as their head. This update of CSI: NY could also redeem the failure of the shortest-lived spinoff, CSI: Cyber by adding elements of cybercrime.

Watch CSI: NY on Hulu or Paramount+.

Related 10 Best TV Shows Set In New York City There are many aspects of New York that the TV shows set there explore, and each uses the city to further its own specific themes and stories.

2 A CSI Set In The Midwest

Following the success of crime shows like Fargo

One of the few settings CSI hasn't explored is the Midwest, particularly cities in the upper Midwest. TV shows like Fargo play off the reputation these states have for having lower crime rates and overly friendly residents. While the next CSI show shouldn't be a carbon copy of crime shows in the Midwest, setting the next installment in smaller, up-and-coming cities in this area could be effective. Using large cities means there's lots of opportunity for anonymous crime, but shrinking the scope could create increased drama. Not necessarily a small town, but a city where people know each other.

One way this could work is if the central team travels around the Midwest from city to city and has to acclimate to a new environment and social dynamic with every new season.

The only problem with a smaller city is that the format would have to be serialized, and would follow a different crime every season. One way this could work is if the central team travels around the Midwest from city to city and has to acclimate to a new environment and social dynamic with every new season. This would keep the premise interesting and explore some of the overlooked corners of America. It would also blend the serialized and the episodic well enough that fans of both styles would be satisfied.

1 Max Roby Promoted To The FBI

Just because CSI: Vegas is over doesn't mean Roby's time is up

Maxine Roby (Paula Newsome) is one of the strongest characters in CSI: Vegas, and her leadership skills haven't gone unnoticed. She's an expert in her field and amazing at fostering new talent in her team. Although CSI: Vegas won't be getting a fourth season, that shouldn't put an end to Roby's time in the lab and out in the field. Newsome has proven she's capable of handling a series of her own and that Roby could be a valuable asset to the larger government. Though CSI has shied away from dealing with the FBI or CIA, it could be interesting.

Dealing with bigger and higher-profile cases for the FBI would provide new opportunities for the next series, even opening the door to politics. Political crimes and scandals have been touched upon in individual episodes of CSI, but never an entire show or season. Roby understands bureaucracy but is also dedicated to the truth, making her the perfect character to bridge this divide. A look into the forensics side of FBI investigation is an angle for the story and could also bring the next show to Washington D.C. This new location and format would shake up the franchise's formula.