Premiering in September 2018, FBI quickly became a standout procedural drama on CBS, created by the prolific Dick Wolf. The first season centers on the elite New York FBI office, focusing on a specialized team handling high-profile crimes that threaten national security and public safety.
Special Agent Maggie Bell (Missy Peregrym) leads the unit with a mix of determination, compassion, and sharp intuition. Her partnership with Special Agent Omar Adom “OA” Zidan (Zeeko Zaki) is a highlight of the season, showcasing strong teamwork and mutual respect that drives the team’s success. The show blends intense action sequences with moments revealing the agents’ personal struggles, making the characters feel multi-dimensional.
Throughout Season 1’s 22 episodes, viewers witness investigations into a wide array of crimes: thwarting terrorist plots, dismantling organized crime rings, uncovering political corruption, and tackling cyber threats. Each case is tightly plotted and often inspired by real-life incidents, lending the series a sense of immediacy and relevance.
Noteworthy episodes include the pilot, which establishes the team’s dynamic as they hunt down a kidnapper, and “Exposed,” where the agents work to prevent a cyber attack on critical infrastructure. The season also touches on the toll that this high-pressure work takes on agents’ personal lives, especially Maggie’s balancing act between career and motherhood.
The series’ realistic portrayal of FBI procedures, combined with compelling character development and a fast-paced narrative, helped FBI secure a strong audience, earning praise for its fresh take on the crime drama genre.a
