Cold Case OG Star Reflects on Show’s Legacy and Failed Revival

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One of the stars of the TV series “Cold Case” reflects on its enduring impact as they look back at the long-running procedural that was momentarily suggested for a comeback. Airing from 2003 to 2010, spanning seven seasons and 156 episodes, “Cold Case” revolved around Detective Lilly Rush (Kathryn Morris), an officer with the Philadelphia Police Department who focused on cases that were no longer being actively investigated. The cast also included Justin Chambers, Thom Barry, John Finn, Jeremy Ratchford, Danny Pino, Sarah Brown, and Tracie Thomas. Unfortunately, a revival of “Cold Case” did not materialize.

In an interview with Grant Hermanns at ScreenRant to publicize his part in the upcoming Western film “Rust”, Josh Hopkins reminisced about his time on the CBS drama “Cold Case”. Hopkins appeared as ADA Jason Kite for the first three seasons, having a brief romantic involvement with Lilly Rush. The actor recounted his role, sharing an amusing anecdote from the set. Here’s what he said:

Back then, it feels like ages ago when ADA Kite was a thing. It’s mind-blowing to see how many folks still recall me from that series and come up to me. It truly resonated with a lot of people. Here’s an amusing anecdote: one day, my pals and I went to catch a football game at a local joint – let’s call it a watering hole [laughs] – a small bar. When the match ended, we settled in, expecting nothing more than some post-game chatter. Little did I know, an episode of Cold Case began playing as a rerun on TV.

Everyone in the bar suddenly turned their gaze towards the screen, chuckling softly. We couldn’t make out the dialogue, but it was clear my character was trying to kiss Lilly, and she had turned away. The laughter from friends and strangers alike filled the room: “Ah, ha, ha, ha!”

“Haha, I got that girl! I won her in the end.” That moment was priceless. Cold Case may have been a part of my past, but the memories and the people involved will always remain special.

Why The Cold Case Reboot Didn’t Move Forward

The Project Was First Floated In April

Last year, it was mentioned that CBS was considering a comeback for their crime procedural series, initiating talks with Warner Bros. Television and the creator of the show, Meredith Stiehm. The proposed continuation would have been set 15 years after the end of Cold Case, focusing on detectives in the Southwest as they tackle fresh cases. Despite discussions, no casting decisions were made since the project didn’t progress beyond the planning phase. There was a possibility of reintroducing some original characters, even though the setting differed from the initial Philadelphia-based premise.

Originally, the storylines for Morris and Pino’s characters were intended to continue as the focus shifted towards a fresh set of personalities. However, by September, negotiations between CBS and Warner Bros. TV broke down over a crucial point: the division of streaming rights. Although they have jointly produced other shows like “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage,” they were unable to agree on this particular matter.

Our Take On Cold Case’s Scrapped Reboot

It Would Have Worked Like A Charm

Among the many procedurals from the 2000s that could potentially be revived, Cold Case stands out due to its deep immersion in the past. It’s filled with musical cues and fashion choices that transport viewers back to various bygone eras, stirring up a sense of nostalgia for those times. Given the strong wave of nostalgia for the 1990s, the 2000s, and the early 2010s, a reboot centered around these periods would naturally attract a significant audience interest.

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2025-05-04 22:08