CBS Renews FBI Franchise: A Bright Future for Primetime Favorites
CBS has solidified its commitment to its powerhouse FBI franchise by renewing all three series for the 2024-2025 broadcast season, with the flagship series FBI securing a monumental three-season pickup. This ensures the series will continue through season 9 and remain a staple of CBS’s primetime lineup until at least the 2026-2027 broadcast season. The network also renewed FBI: Most Wanted for its sixth season and FBI: International for its fourth, reinforcing the franchise’s strength as a cornerstone of its programming.
Dominating Tuesdays
Since its inception, the FBI franchise has captivated audiences with its compelling blend of high-stakes action, intricate storytelling, and dynamic characters. The trio of shows currently anchors CBS’s Tuesday night primetime block, a programming strategy that has proven to be a resounding success.
Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment, celebrated the franchise’s continued dominance, stating, “The All-‘FBI’ Tuesday is a powerful force to be reckoned with on our primetime schedule. Dick Wolf and the talent in front of and behind the camera on all three series continue to deliver top-notch storytelling, riveting action, and intrigue that has captivated a dedicated fanbase steadily across multiple seasons. We are excited to see what next season holds for all these heroic characters.”
A Ratings Juggernaut
The FBI franchise has consistently delivered impressive viewership numbers, making it one of the most reliable performers in CBS’s lineup.
- The flagship series, FBI, averages an impressive 12.3 million viewers per episode in Live+35 multiplatform ratings.
- FBI: Most Wanted follows with an average of 10.3 million viewers.
- FBI: International rounds out the trio with 9.6 million viewers per episode.
These figures highlight the enduring appeal of the franchise, which continues to draw audiences with its mix of adrenaline-pumping plots and emotionally resonant character arcs.
Dick Wolf’s Winning Formula
The mastermind behind the FBI franchise, Dick Wolf, expressed his gratitude for CBS’s continued faith in the series, saying, “Obviously, I’m thrilled by the pickups. We are all extremely grateful to George [Cheeks] and Amy [Reisenbach] and their entire team.”
Wolf’s success with FBI is part of a broader television empire that includes the Law & Order and One Chicago franchises, both of which have also recently secured renewals from NBC. This level of consistency across multiple networks speaks to Wolf’s unparalleled ability to craft engaging procedural dramas that resonate with viewers.
The Talent Behind the Franchise
The FBI franchise boasts a stellar ensemble cast across its three series:
- FBI: Missy Peregrym, Zeeko Zaki, Jeremy Sisto, Alana De La Garza, John Boyd, and Katherine Renee Kane.
- FBI: International: Luke Kleintank, Carter Redwood, Vinessa Vidotto, Christina Wolfe, and Eva-Jane Willis.
- FBI: Most Wanted: Dylan McDermott, Shantel VanSanten, Roxy Sternberg, Keisha Castle-Hughes, and Edwin Hodge.
Behind the scenes, Wolf collaborates with an array of talented executive producers, including Rick Eid, Matt Olmstead, and David Hudgins, ensuring the high-quality storytelling and production values that fans have come to expect.
A Look to the Future
The renewal of the FBI franchise comes at a time when procedural dramas are more popular than ever, serving as a testament to the genre’s enduring appeal. As the series continue to evolve, viewers can look forward to fresh storylines, new character dynamics, and the same thrilling investigations that have made these shows household favorites.
Moreover, CBS’s commitment to the FBI franchise solidifies its place as a leader in primetime programming, demonstrating confidence in the creative teams and the loyal fanbase that keeps tuning in week after week.
Beyond CBS
While the FBI shows dominate CBS, they are also a significant part of the broader entertainment landscape. Domestically, the series are distributed by Universal Studio Group, while internationally, Paramount Global Content Distribution handles their release. This ensures that the FBI franchise continues to reach audiences worldwide, further cementing its status as a cultural phenomenon.
Conclusion
The renewal of the FBI franchise is more than just good news for fans; it’s a reflection of the shows’ consistent excellence and widespread appeal. With three more seasons of FBI and new installments of FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International, viewers can rest assured that their Tuesday nights will remain packed with suspense, action, and heart.
As the series march forward, they not only honor the legacy of procedural dramas but also continue to push the boundaries of storytelling, ensuring their place at the top of primetime television for years to come.
