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CSI, Crime Scene Investigation, Marg Helgenberger, William Petersen

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Las Vegas criminologists use scientific methods to solve grisly murders in this unusually graphic (and hugely popular) drama, which inspired a host of other cop-show 'procedurals.' Methodical Gil Grissom heads the team, assisted by Catherine Willows. An immediate ratings smash for CBS, the series adroitly mixes painstaking deduction, gritty subject matter and intriguing characters. The network quickly capitalized on its megahit with spin-offs 'CSI: Miami' and 'CSI: NY.'

Mega Buzz on Lost, CSI, SVU and More! | Today's News: Our Take | 8/20/2008
Every Wednesday, senior editors Matt Webb Mitovich and Mickey O'Connor answer your questions!In what capacity we will be seeing Desmond and his constant, Penny, next season on Lost? Any word on that? – MajaMatt: Maja, this is an excellent question. I even rewatched the season finale to confirm my own POV: "Why would we ever see Dez again?" I mean, he and Penny reconnected just before sendind the Oceanic Six on their (actually not-so-)merry way. However... I have it on good authority that Henry Ian Cusick is still a part of the cast, and that Sonya Walger is likely to resurface as well. As one setsider reminds me, "Just like when people die on Lost and you see them again, just because everyone reunited doesn’t mean you've seen the last of them."I was wondering what fans of CSI could look forward to for some of the other characters? There's been a lot of talk about Grissom and Sara but nothing about, say, Catherine or Nick. – JocelynMatt: The good news, if you did not... read more
CSI Signs Laurence Fishburne; Will Grissom Like His "Replacement"? | Today's News: Our Take | 8/18/2008
The deal is done for Laurence Fishburne to join CBS' CSI, filling the void that will be left by William Petersen's exit. Fishburne will debut in this season's ninth episode — very tentatively slated to air Dec. 11, around the same time that Gil will go bye-bye — playing a former pathologist who is now teaching a college course in criminalistics. In the midst of a murder investigation, his character crosses paths with Grissom's team and ultimately joins the Las Vegas crime lab as a Level-1 CSI. "Gil will definitely have an opinion on who this guy is," exec producer Naren Shankar previews for TVGuide.com. "The idea is, in Episodes 9 and 10, to see a lot of Billy and Laurence together."As previously teased, Fishburne's alter ego (who is currently nameless and referred to simply as "the Professor" in the CSI writers room) is an expert at understanding how and why people commit acts of violence – tendencies he sees within himself. That said, previous reports that this... read more
Breaking: Fishburne Eyed to Replace CSI's Petersen | Today's News: Our Take | 8/6/2008
Film vet Laurence Fishburne is close to signing a deal to join CBS' CSI, sources tell TVGuide.com. Fishburne would fill the considerable void being left when series front man William Petersen steps down after this season's 10th episode.Fishburne will play a doctor/scientist who comes into the CSI as an outsider, and not as the team's new boss, CBS Entertainment president Nina Tassler revealed at the TCA press tour. As a DNA expert, this new character has identified a common profile among serial killers — and it's even in his own genes.Petersen — who will continue on as an executive producer as well as put in the occasional "special" appearance — is the third original cast member to leave the show, following Jorja Fox and Gary Dourdan (each of whom will briefly resurface this season). — Matt Mitovich, with reporting by Craig Tomashoff and Mickey O'ConnorPOLL: Is Fishburne a good fit? Vote here.Related:• CSI: Who Should Replace Grissom?• Matt Roush: CSI... read more
Ask Matt | 8/4/2008
Q: A year ago CBS claimed that they had the viewers, and now they wanted the buzz. Given this statement, I thought CBS was looking for risks during prime time. With the latest CSI'sWilliam Petersen, leaving the show, the network has a unique chance to give its highest-rated series the buzz they were looking for. Instead of replacing Petersen with a strong and well-established actor, they could change the rules of their procedural game by trusting the lead to an actress. Nowadays, you have so ... read more
Questions About CSI, Lost and More Returning Faves | TVGuide.com Asks.... | 7/30/2008
As part of TV Guide's coverage of the new season of television, we'd like your answers to this first batch of "Returning Favorites" questions. Simply click on each, and then vote!How would you like to see William Petersen leave CSI?Do you think the arrival of Angela Bassett will revive ER?Should Melanie and Derwin get back together on The Game?Do you want Desperate Housewives' Edie to return to Wisteria Lane?Does the long wait for Lost's new season make you more excited about the return, or less interested?MORE POLLS: Click here for questions about Grey's Anatomy, CSI: Miami, Criminal Minds, House and How I Met Your Mother. read more

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Lady Heather Returns?
I heard a rumor that Lady Heather is returning and spending time with Grissom. Though a fascinating and strong character, I think Sara makes a better partner for Grissom. read more
Posted by HENRYPATTY Aug 7, 2008 10:41 PM

Fishburne a CSI ?
Excuse me please! I will not watch the original CSI if that person is really going to be on because I do not like him ever since he played Ike Turner!Don't even look at any movies he makes... read more
Posted by antoinette Aug 7, 2008 12:35 AM

Nick & Catherine
Nick has been an excellent CSI: maybe he could be given a promotion, more responsibility and be put charge of the team on occasion.What ever happened to the casino Catherine was overseeing... read more
Posted by HENRYPATTY Jul 24, 2008 4:36 PM

Grissom leaving
I'll miss Grissom, he is the anchor of CSI, however, maybe it's time for him to explore other interests; he would be a wonder teacher, maybe do research such as why the bees are dying and... read more
Posted by HENRYPATTY Jul 24, 2008 4:31 PM

Warwick
He did it to him self, when he got arrest, for drugs. I do not blame CBS, nor the producers, for getting rid of him. He needs to get his life straight, and get help before he can work. I am... read more
Posted by marylamb Jul 7, 2008 6:27 PM

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Premise: Las Vegas criminologists use scientific methods to solve grisly murders in this unusually graphic (and hugely popular) drama, which inspired a host of other cop-show 'procedurals.' Methodical Gil Grissom heads the team, assisted by Catherine Willows. An immediate ratings smash for CBS, the series adroitly mixes painstaking deduction, gritty subject matter and intriguing characters. The network quickly capitalized on its megahit with spin-offs 'CSI: Miami' and 'CSI: NY.'

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