We have the first back orders for new fall 2021 series and they have gone to CBS’ NCIS: Hawaii and FBI: International.
The breakout success of the two shows, which have been among the bright spots so far this season, underscores the value of popular procedural drama franchises.
While they have received full-season pickups, the exact episode count of NCIS: Hawaii and FBI: International’s backorders is still being finalized as networks are now being more flexible with order sizes.
Both NCIS: Hawaii and FBI: International are supported by strong lead-ins as they follow the mothership series of their franchises, NCIS, and FBI, respectively. NCIS: Hawaii and FBI: International rank as the No.1 and No.2 most-watched new series among total viewers in most current Nielsen ratings, averaging 8.05 million and 7.88 million viewers, respectively. Other new fall series that have shown ratings promise early on are NBC’s high-concept drama La Brea, ABC’s Wonder Years reboot and CBS’ comedy Ghosts.
“These two terrific new dramas are off to a tremendous start,” said Kelly Kahl, President, CBS Entertainment. “They have significantly strengthened and improved our lineup on their respective nights and are generating huge increases on our streaming platforms as well. We applaud the talented producers, writers and casts on their compelling storytelling and performances, which are clearly resonating with viewers.”