News
CASE CLOSED...
After 11 jam-packed issues, the latest instalment of The Official CSI Magazine will be the final issue. Everyone at the magazine would like to say thank you to the cast and crew of the shows, the wonderful people at CBS, and of course, you, the readers and devoted fans of the franchise. Don’t worry, we’re determined to go out with a bang with an issue that’s dedicated to Miami – and you can check out all the info on what’s inside on this page!
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WHODUNNIT CHALLENGE
Can you solve the case of The Murdered Mechanic? Our Whodunnit Challenge is back in this issue – if you've got the magazine and think you’ve solved the crime already, click here to find out the solution on our Facebook page!
Issue Spotlight
MIAMI SCRAPBOOK
For the final issue, we asked our friends at CBS if they had any behind the scenes pictures from the Miami set that they could share with us. As usual, they didn’t disappoint. From Emily and Adam holding hands to David and P.Diddy hanging out, you’re in for a real treat! Plus, you can check out a selection of the snaps on our official Facebook page!
Features
A DAY IN THE LIFE
The Official CSI Magazine goes on location with the cast and crew of CSI: Miami in the new issue. The show’s production team has brought the huge number of crewmembers and equipment required to shoot the show to a beautiful mansion nestled just off Wilshire Boulevard in LA. They are here to film season seven’s 22nd episode, Dead on Arrivial, which finds a Bachelor-style reality show interrupted when one of the female contestants is found dead. Eva La Rue has a 7:30am call time, and we’re following the day through her eyes. And what a day it proves to be…
ALL SEVEN SEASONS ANALYSED
In our final issue, we look back at seven seasons (and counting!) of CSI: Miami. We revisit some classic episodes (like the season four finale One Of Our Own, pictured), and look at some of the highlights from each memorable season, including the villain of the season, the coolest plot twist, and the most heroic moment. Plus, there’s an incredible line-up of interviews with one guest star from each season, including William O’Leary (season one’s Stewart Otis), Gonzalo Mendez (season two’s Clavo Cruz) and Alana De La Garza (season four’s Marisol Delko)!
The Damsel of Death
The new issue features a bumper ‘The Science Bit’ section, including a study of serial killer Aileen Wuornos. By the time Wuornos was put to death by lethal injection in 2002, she had become one of the most infamous killers of the 20th Century. Convicted for the murders of six men between 1989 and 1990, an entire industry sprang up around Wuornos’ crimes – from movies and documentaries to books and chat shows – more than any serial killer before her. Her gender, sexuality, M.O., and willingness to be interviewed made her a star, as The Official CSI Magazine reveals…
Executive Decisions
We talk producing, plotlines, and perfecting cheesy titles with CSI: Miami’s executive producer Ann Donahue.
David Lee Smith
The actor behind Rick Stetler tells us why he’s not such a bad guy really…
Vincent Laresca
The actor reflects on his time as the ruthless Antonio Riaz.
Boti Bliss
The actress who plays lab tech Maxine Valera answers our questions.
Kim Coates
The actor who plays Ron Saris talks Caine, comebacks and CSI: Buffalo.
Miami Sound Machine
How does the music, both score and source, make it onto the show? The tune team explains the process…
Calleigh’s Greatest Moments
A look back at the key moments that have defined the MDPD’s beautiful ballistics expert.
