SummaryCSI is an innovative, new type of crime drama because the characters use cutting-edge forensic tools to examine the evidence to solve the case. Rather than a 'whodunnit' cop show (investigating witnesses/suspects), CSI explores the 'howdunnit'. CSI has been the number one scripted series in the Neilsen ratings for four years running. In 2007 ne... Read More
Created By:Anthony E. Zuiker
CSI
15 Seasons
Season 1 Premiere:
Oct 6, 2000
Metascore
Generally Favorable
65
User score
Mixed or Average
5.6
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
65
56% Positive
19 Reviews
19 Reviews
44% Mixed
15 Reviews
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0% Negative
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100
CSI is not looking for a facsimile, so fans can rest assured that Fishburne will evolve into a unique and valued lead on his own.
75
If you were worried about your favorite show's favorite character's replacement, rest assured that Fishburne's Langston is different enough to walk easily in Grissom's paper lab shoes.
Jun 14, 2013
63
The camerawork is startling, but it can't hide a plot that is dreary and unbelievable. [6 Oct 2000, p.10E]
Jun 14, 2013
50
The premiere has a nice look, and its "Rashomon"-style flashbacks are very well shot. It also features a socko ending and one ingenious bit of plotting involving thieving hookers. Yet the storytelling is often muddy, and sorting out characters and determining who does what is more of a challenge than the episode is worth. [6 Oct 2000, p.F1]
May 8, 2013
50
At times almost downright mesmerizing. But that, even coupled with Marg Helgenberger and William Petersen, is not enough to make CBS' flashy update on "Quincy" engaging. [6 Oct 2000, p.55]
May 8, 2013
40
A broken toenail, discolored nipples and bullet wounds figure prominently in CBS's CSI. They make deeper impressions than the characters, crime scene investigators in Las Vegas. [6 Oct 2000, p.E1]
User Reviews
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5.6
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Production Company:
- Alliance Atlantis Communications
- CBS Paramount Network Television
- CBS Productions
- Jerry Bruckheimer Television
Initial Release Date:Oct 6, 2000
Number of seasons:15 Seasons
Rating:TV-14
Awards
Golden Globes, USA
• 6 Nominations
Primetime Emmy Awards
• 6 Wins & 39 Nominations
Motion Picture Sound Editors, USA
• 2 Wins & 23 Nominations
