CI5: The New Professionals based on Clemens' original intentions. Clemens intended for the original series to be an "ensemble" group, not just focusing on the three main characters. The new show was intended to return to this intended ideal, with the new 4.5 (originally Doyle) and 3.7 (Bodie) as part of a team effort. Of the original series' stars, Gordon Jackson died in 1990 and allegedly, though not verified, Wickes "never even thought" of approaching Martin Shaw. Since some of the co-financing for the show was derived from his association with American TV networks, he did, however, approach Lewis Collins to see if he
Damien Bodie Damien Bodie Damien Bodie (born 2 January 1985) is an Australian actor. Best known for his role as "Dylan Timmins" in Neighbours. Bodie was educated at Sandringham Secondary College and is best known for his role as Dylan Timmins on the Australian television series "Neighbours" (from 2005 to 2007). Bodie played the role of Oscar in the television series "Short Cuts" which won three awards in 2002. He also appeared in the 2005 Australian film "Hating Alison Ashley" and as Josh in the 2002 Canadian/Australian television series "Guinevere Jones". Bodie also appeared in several television productions including "The Saddle Club",