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Showrunner Exodus Shakes Up CBS Network
17 Feb
Summary
- Three major CBS shows, Fire Country, NCIS: Origins, and CIA, lost showrunners recently.
- CIA has experienced multiple showrunner changes before its premiere.
- Tia Napolitano and Gina Lucita Monreal will exit their shows after the current season.
Several major CBS shows are undergoing significant behind-the-scenes changes as they navigate the current television landscape. Fire Country, NCIS: Origins, and the newly announced FBI spinoff, CIA, have all recently lost their showrunners. The CIA series has faced particular instability, with multiple showrunner changes even before its scheduled premiere on February 23rd.
Initially, David Hudgins was set to lead CIA, but he stepped down, followed by Warren Leight. Most recently, Mike Weiss was in talks to take over, balancing duties with the main FBI series. Meanwhile, Fire Country's showrunner Tia Napolitano and NCIS: Origins co-showrunner Gina Lucita Monreal are set to depart after the current season to explore new opportunities.
Despite these exits, both Fire Country and NCIS: Origins are confirmed for future seasons, suggesting the showrunner changes may not impact their ongoing success. The CIA series, after a series of adjustments and delays, appears to be stabilizing with its showrunner and cast as it heads into its premiere. While such frequent showrunner changes can be concerning, other shows like Law & Order: Organized Crime have demonstrated resilience through multiple transitions.
