{"id":848,"date":"2024-12-05T17:20:04","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T17:20:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=848"},"modified":"2024-12-05T17:20:04","modified_gmt":"2024-12-05T17:20:04","slug":"mark-harmons-ncis-tom-sellecks-blue-bloods-have-one-damning-connection-that-makes-both-shows-bastions-of-white-privilege","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=848","title":{"rendered":"Mark Harmon\u2019s NCIS, Tom Selleck\u2019s Blue Bloods Have One Damning Connection That Makes Both Shows Bastions of White Privilege"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Problem with NCIS, Blue Bloods, and Today\u2019s Crime Dramas: A Call for Diversity<\/strong><\/p>\n

Television has evolved from family sitcoms like I Love Lucy<\/em> to groundbreaking dramas like The Sopranos<\/em> and Game of Thrones<\/em>, proving that TV can offer deep storytelling just as compelling as cinema. However, not all TV genres are using their platform responsibly. Shows like NCIS<\/em> and Blue Bloods<\/em>, popular crime procedurals, may be entertaining, but they also contribute to a troubling lack of diversity and perpetuate harmful racial stereotypes.<\/p>\n

The rise of crime dramas and police procedurals since the 1990s has shaped many viewers\u2019 perceptions of law enforcement and justice, often without accurately reflecting society. While shows like Law & Order: SVU<\/em> and Chicago P.D.<\/em> portray a world where justice is always served, the reality is far more complex, with crime rates and law enforcement practices not aligning with what these shows suggest.<\/p>\n

A Lack of Diversity in Crime Dramas<\/strong><\/p>\n

Recent studies have shown that many hit crime dramas, including NCIS<\/em> and Blue Bloods<\/em>, lack meaningful racial representation both in front of and behind the camera. A 2017-2018 study revealed that 21 out of 26 popular TV series had white male showrunners, and most had no Black writers. NCIS<\/em> and Blue Bloods<\/em> are notable examples, with predominantly white, male casts. The harmful impact of these series is clear: they reinforce stereotypes of law enforcement being dominated by white men, ignoring the diverse reality of today\u2019s world.<\/p>\n

Why This Matters<\/strong><\/p>\n

CBS, the network airing both NCIS<\/em> and Blue Bloods<\/em>, must address this lack of diversity. While these shows remain popular, with NCIS<\/em>and Blue Bloods<\/em> earning IMDb ratings of 7.8 and 7.7 respectively, their failure to represent a broader range of people and perspectives is problematic. Shows like NCIS: Los Angeles<\/em> and Elementary<\/em> also face criticism for their predominantly white casts, further fueling a narrow, outdated view of law enforcement and society.<\/p>\n

As the world strives to combat racial inequalities, these shows must adapt to reflect a more inclusive, realistic view of the world. The future of TV must move beyond these tired, damaging stereotypes and embrace the diverse audience it serves.<\/p>\n

NCIS<\/em> and Blue Bloods<\/em> are currently streaming on CBS, Paramount+, and Disney+.<\/p>\n

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