Among the shows to get canceled at CBS recently are NCIS: Hawai’i and CSI: Vegas. Both were seen as controversial, and the decision has been explained by the network.
Per TheWrap, this all comes down to heavy analysis of the performance and financials of each show leading to certain titles getting axed. With multiple new shows coming to CBS, the possible renewals that could be given to the current programs have been limited. Hawai’i and Vegas were both seen as successful shows by CBS, but the axe simply had to fall somewhere.
“It is incumbent on us to always keep the schedule fresh [and] keep momentum going,” CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach said at a news briefing. “We had to make some really tough choices this year, everything came back really strong.”
Confirming that neither CSI: Vegas nor NCIS: Hawai’i has a chance at getting un-canceled similar to S.W.A.T., or even moved to Paramount+, CBS CEO George Cheeks added, “Budgets are challenged, so we don’t have an unlimited amount of slots on Paramount+.”
It was also hinted that the CSI franchise will continue with another show that’s currently in the early stages of development, but no additional details were shared. As for NCIS, the franchise is still going strong with the original series continuing in the 2024-25 season. NCIS: Sydney is also moving forward with another season in the spring. This fall will also see the arrival of NCIS: Origins, a prequel series diving into the beginnings of Mark Harmon’s Leroy Jethro Gibbs. A separate spinoff following Michael Weatherly’s Tony DiNozzo and Cote de Pablo’s Ziva David is also in development for a streaming release on Paramount+.
The Shows’ Stars Were Shocked By the Cancelations
“Gutted, confused, blindsided,” series star Vanessa Lachey said when NCIS: Hawai’i was canceled after three seasons. “Grateful, confident, beloved fan! Processing this news and still being present with my family. I love you all! Maholo Nui Loa.”
CSI: Vegas star Marg Helgenberger also said of her series getting axed, “I’m gonna miss my partners in crime solving. CSI: Vegas, unfortunately, has been cancelled. Each & every person involved with the making of this series brought their A game each & every day. It was truly a pleasure & honor to work/play alongside such a fun & talented company of story tellers. Immeasurable thanks & gratitude to all for making this experience such a memorable ride.”
