CSI: Cyber (2015)

A CBS cybercrime procedural following FBI Special Agent Avery Ryan and her elite team as they unravel digital offenses lurking in the dark-net.

CSI: Cyber - Series Information

  • Original Title: CSI: Cyber
  • First Air Year: 2015
  • Last Air Year: 2016
  • Created by: Carol Mendelsohn, Anthony E. Zuiker et al.
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Crime, Drama
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 42 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 2
  • Number of Episodes: 31
  • Status: Canceled
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: March 4, 2015 (United States - TV-14), March 4, 2015 (Canada - 14+), March 4, 2015 (United Kingdom - 15), March 4, 2015 (Germany - 16), March 4, 2015 (France - 10), March 4, 2015 (India - U), March 4, 2015 (Australia - M), March 4, 2015 (Brazil - 14), March 4, 2015 (Mexico - C), March 4, 2015 (Spain - 12)
  • Networks: CBS
  • Alternative Titles: Киберпрестъпления (BG), CSI サイバー (JP), CSI: Киберпространство (RU), CSI Cyber (BR), 犯罪现场调查:网络篇 (CN)
  • Production Companies: Jerry Bruckheimer Television, CBS Studios
  • Production Countries: United States of America

CSI: Cyber - Plot

The FBI's team of Cyber Crime Investigators, headed by Special Agent Avery Ryan, works to solve cases involving the dark-net. Avery, a Special Agent in Charge and esteemed Cyber-Psychologist heads up a team, including Senior Special Agent Elijah Mundo, tasked with solving murders, cyber-theft, hacking, sex offences, and blackmail.

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CSI: Cyber - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Carol Mendelsohn
  • Anthony E. Zuiker
  • Ann Donahue

Main Cast

  • Patricia Arquette
  • James Van Der Beek
  • Charley Koontz
  • Shad Moss
  • Hayley Kiyoko
  • Ted Danson
  • Peter MacNicol
  • Diogo Morgado
  • Andrew Miller
  • Carlson Young

Writers

  • Carol Mendelsohn

Executive Producers

  • Pam Veasey
  • Ann Donahue
  • Mary Aiken
  • Carol Mendelsohn
  • Anthony E. Zuiker

CSI: Cyber - FAQs

Why was CSI: Cyber cancelled after two seasons?

CSI: Cyber was cancelled by CBS in 2016 primarily due to declining ratings. Despite a strong lead-in from the established CSI franchise, the show struggled to maintain a competitive audience share in its Friday night time slot, and CBS opted not to renew it for a third season.

Is CSI: Cyber a spin-off of the original CSI?

Yes, CSI: Cyber is a spin-off of the long-running CBS franchise. It shares DNA with CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, CSI: Miami, and CSI: NY, but shifts focus to FBI cybercrime investigations. Ted Danson's character D.B. Russell crossed over from the original CSI into the second season.

Where can you stream or watch CSI: Cyber?

CSI: Cyber is available to purchase digitally through Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It is not currently included in any major subscription streaming service, so viewers must buy individual episodes or full seasons through those platforms.

Who are the main cast members of CSI: Cyber?

The main cast includes Patricia Arquette as Avery Ryan, James Van Der Beek as Elijah Mundo, Charley Koontz as Daniel Krumitz, Shad Moss as Brody Nelson, Hayley Kiyoko as Raven Ramirez, Ted Danson as D.B. Russell, Peter MacNicol as Simon Sifter, Diogo Morgado, Andrew Miller, and Carlson Young.

When did CSI: Cyber first air on CBS?

CSI: Cyber premiered on CBS on March 4, 2015. The series launched as a mid-season replacement and aired two complete seasons before being cancelled in 2016. Its debut was simulcast in several international markets including Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Australia.

How many seasons and episodes does CSI: Cyber have?

CSI: Cyber ran for two seasons and a total of 31 episodes. Season 1 consisted of 13 episodes, while Season 2 expanded to 18 episodes. Each episode runs approximately 42 minutes. The series concluded in 2016 following its cancellation by CBS.

Is CSI: Cyber based on a true story or real events?

CSI: Cyber is not based on a specific true story, but it drew inspiration from real-world cybercrime trends and FBI investigative techniques. The show's creators consulted with cybersecurity experts to ground storylines in plausible digital threats, including dark-net crimes, hacking, identity theft, and online predation.

What is the content rating for CSI: Cyber?

CSI: Cyber holds a TV-14 content rating in the United States, indicating that the material may be unsuitable for children under 14. The rating reflects the show's mature themes, which include cybercrime, murder, sexual offenses, and blackmail depicted within a procedural crime drama format.

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