CBS’ CIA finally arrived in the 2026 TV schedule after a series of delays and cast changes, but the finished product turned out to be a quick hit for the network. The new series was renewed before the first season was halfway through, and the good news reminded me of what series regular Necar Zadegan told CinemaBlend about female characters and what’s been working so far in CIA.
I spoke with the former NCIS: New Orleans cast member about the third episode of the freshman series, which put the focus on Nikki as she risked everything to go on a mission in China without any backup on hand. While Nick Gehlfuss’ Bill and Tom Ellis’ Colin are usually the ones with boots on the ground for the gunfights and car chases, Nikki and Natalee Linez’s Gina are often holding down the fort back at the unit’s headquarters.
