NCIS: New Orleans season 7 officially kicks off production. The series has been on hiatus for several months due to the current global health crisis. Now, cast and crew are back on set and working to deliver new episodes at some point in the fall.
In a new Twitter post, executive producer Christopher Silber confirmed that they're officially filming NCIS: New Orleans season 7. He noted that he's been waiting to announce that they're back to work ever since production was shut down in mid-March.
Silber shared a photo of himself working behind the camera while wearing a mask. This is an indication that everyone is required to comply with certain health guidelines and protocols to ensure their safety while working amidst the pandemic.
The cast members will be wearing masks the majority of the time they're on set, expect when filming certain scenes. The crew, on the other hand, will wear masks and other protective equipment. This is a challenging time for everyone, but health and safety remain to be the top priority.
Meanwhile, it has been confirmed that NCIS: New Orleans season 7 premieres with an episode that takes place during the early days of the global health crisis. The story is going to reference some of the events that happened in the real world during the past few months.
It remains to be seen whether or not this will be the focus of the entire season. But, they'll tell a story reflecting what's currently happening in the world. The goal here is to bring relevant stories, as well as allowing viewers to have a different perspective.
In a previous interview with TVLine, CCH Pounder, who plays Dr. Loretta Wade, said that the premiere episode of NCIS: New Orleans season 7 is about the pandemic and her character will have a significant role. She revealed the first episode -- written by Jan Nash and Chris Silber -- is all about COVID-19.
In the premiere, Loretta is overwhelmed by the global health crisis and the loss of life. She'll be rattled by the latest body arrived at the morgue. The dead person is someone she counseled on how to protect themselves during the pandemic.
As for the official release date of NCIS: New Orleans season 7, nothing is certain as of this writing. There are still a lot of works that needed to be done, considering that filming has just started recently. But, the new season is expected to arrive at some point in November on CBS.
