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NCIS: Hawai’i’ Cancelled Due to Financial and Performance Concerns, CBS Confirms
Fans were taken aback last week when CBS announced the cancellation of “NCIS: Hawai’i” after three seasons. During a press briefing in Los Angeles, CBS executives explained that the decision was influenced by a need to balance costs, ratings, and the overall coherence of the network’s 2024-2025 lineup.
“CBS must maintain a dynamic and engaging schedule,” stated Amy Reisenbach, CBS Entertainment president. “Despite the strong return of our programs post-Hollywood strikes, we face tough decisions to ensure the lineup’s overall cohesion and financial viability.”
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Reisenbach confirmed there would be no reconsideration of the cancellation, unlike the network’s previous reversals with the series “S.W.A.T.”
“NCIS: Hawai’i” initially drew an impressive average of 5.6 million viewers with its third season premiere on February 12. Although viewership slightly declined, it generally remained above 5 million, dipping only in episodes six and seven to around 4.8 million. Despite these respectable numbers, the costs of filming on location in Hawai’i were a significant factor in the decision.
CBS president and CEO George Cheeks also noted financial constraints when discussing transitions of other series like “S.E.A.L. Team” and “Evil” to Paramount+ originals, indicating limited slots and budget on the streaming platform.
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“NCIS: Hawai’i” aired Mondays at 10 p.m., following the flagship “NCIS” series, which has been renewed for a 22nd season. The timeslot will soon host “NCIS: Origins,” a prequel featuring Austin Stowell as a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs, originally played by Mark Harmon.
“NCIS: Hawai’i” starred Vanessa Lachey as Jane Tennant, the first female special agent in charge at NCIS Pearl Harbor. The series, known for blending military-related crimes with personal drama, featured a diverse cast including Alex Tarrant, Noah Mills, and Yasmine Al-Bustami. It was produced by CBS Studios with Matt Bosack, Jan Nash, Christopher Silber, and Larry Teng as executive producers.//variety.com