CSI: Vegas

CSI: Vegas, a revival of the iconic CSI franchise launched in 2021, returns viewers to the vibrant and unpredictable world of forensic investigation in Las Vegas. The series follows a dedicated team of crime scene investigators who leverage advanced science and technology to solve complex and gripping cases. Featuring Paula Newsome as a leading character, the show blends new and familiar faces to explore contemporary crimes while honoring the legacy of its predecessors. With each episode, the team meticulously unravels evidence amid the high stakes and high glitz of Las Vegas, delivering suspenseful storytelling and intricate casework that captivates fans of crime procedurals.

CSI: Vegas has garnered a generally positive reception from audiences and critics alike. On IMDb, the show holds a solid rating of 7.4/10, indicating favorable viewer responses. Critics from Rotten Tomatoes note that while the series embraces the classic CSI formula, it successfully modernizes the narrative with updated technology and character development, appealing both to longtime fans and new viewers. Some reviewers praise the chemistry among the cast and the show's ability to balance procedural elements with personal stories. However, certain critiques mention that CSI: Vegas occasionally relies on familiar tropes and today’s crime genre saturation makes innovation difficult. Metacritic scores hover around the mid-60s, reflecting mixed to positive reviews. Overall, the revival is acknowledged for its strong performances, especially Paula Newsome's, and its respectful continuation of the franchise’s forensic drama legacy.