Let’s celebrate the CBS procedural turning 15
Not all superheroes wear capes some wear sunglasses.
The Flash has his speed.
Wonder Woman has her strength.
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Hawkeye has his… something.
Looking to capitalize on the surprise success ofCSI: Crime Scene Investigation, the soon-to-be No.
1 show on TV, CBS traveled to the only place with crazier crimes than Las Vegas: Florida.
More specifically, Miami.
Rounding out the cast were talented actors likeThe West Wings Emily Procter and futureMagic Mikestar Adam Rodriguez.
And still, the most important costar would prove to be Caine’s choice of eyewear.
And from the very beginning, the series' creative team crafted the perfect cold open formula.
Step one: Someone lobs a softball at Horatio.
Example: “The verdict is already in.”
Example: “But the jury is out.”
Step four: Our minds are blown.
Step five: “YEEEEEAAAAAH,” opening credits roll.
Sometimes, they were shocking.
“You were the last one to see her alive?”
Frank asks Horatio, who responds, “That’s correct.
And Frank, you better move quickly, because right now, I’m your only suspect.”
Other times, they were short, sweet, and amazing.
Horatio shoots back, “Frank… it’s a killer.”
Yet, no one will ever be able to do it like Caruso.
“You know what they say, readers… sunglasses make everything hotter.”
