7.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
CSI: Miami (2002)
CSI: Miami (2002)
Overview
CSI: Miami follows Crime Scene Investigators working for the Miami-Dade Police Department as they use physical evidence, similar to their Las Vegas counterparts, to solve grisly murders. The series mixes deduction, gritty subject matter, and character-driven drama in the same vein as the original series in the CSI franchise, except that the Miami CSIs are cops first, scientists second.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Neutral
Trans: Neutral
Christianity: Negative
Viewer Rating
7.0
Overview
CSI: Miami follows Crime Scene Investigators working for the Miami-Dade Police Department as they use physical evidence, similar to their Las Vegas counterparts, to solve grisly murders. The series mixes deduction, gritty subject matter, and character-driven drama in the same vein as the original series in the CSI franchise, except that the Miami CSIs are cops first, scientists second.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The show's consistent emphasis on individual culpability for crime and the heroic, effective role of law enforcement in maintaining order, rather than exploring systemic issues or societal causes of crime, aligns it with right-leaning themes.
CSI: Miami features a visibly diverse ensemble cast, including prominent roles for various ethnic backgrounds, without explicitly recasting traditionally white roles. The narrative primarily focuses on crime-solving, maintaining a neutral or positive portrayal of traditional identities and not centering on explicit DEI critiques.
Secondary
CSI: Miami occasionally features LGBTQ+ characters in episodic storylines, typically as victims, suspects, or witnesses. Their identities are usually incidental to the plot, serving as background or a specific case detail rather than exploring deep character arcs. The portrayal is generally factual and procedural, avoiding strong positive or negative endorsements, leading to a neutral net impact.
CSI: Miami features transgender characters primarily as victims of violent crimes, often hate crimes. While the show's investigations condemn prejudice and treat victims with seriousness, the characters themselves frequently lack deep development or agency. The narrative sometimes sensationalizes their identity, resulting in a mixed portrayal that avoids strong positive or negative arcs.
The show frequently depicts Christian institutions or adherents in contexts of hypocrisy, abuse of power, or extremist interpretations leading to crime. While not condemning the entire faith, the narrative often focuses on problematic manifestations without significant counterbalancing positive portrayals.
The show primarily focuses on forensic investigation and police procedural work. While female characters are present and involved in dangerous situations, their victories are typically achieved through investigative skills or the use of firearms, rather than close-quarters physical combat against male opponents.
CSI: Miami is an original series within the CSI franchise, introducing its own cast of characters. There are no pre-existing canonical or historical characters from source material or previous installments whose genders were altered for this show.
CSI: Miami introduced its own original cast of characters for the series. There is no prior source material (like novels, comics, or earlier screen versions) where these characters were established with a different race before their portrayal in the show.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.5
7.7
Critic Ratings
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