CBS is expanding its popular FBI franchise with a brand-new spin-off titled FBI: CIA, set to premiere in the fall of 2025. The new series stars Tom Ellis, best known for his role as Lucifer Morningstar in the hit show Lucifer, and promises to bring a fresh and exciting dynamic to the franchise.
In FBI: CIA, Ellis plays a rebellious and unconventional CIA operative who teams up with a by-the-book FBI agent to tackle high-stakes domestic terrorism cases in New York City. The contrast between the two leads is expected to create engaging chemistry and intense drama as they navigate complex investigations and national security threats.
The show aims to explore the often-overlapping roles of the FBI and CIA, shedding light on the challenges and conflicts that arise when these agencies work together on critical missions. Fans of the franchise can expect thrilling storylines, intricate cases, and strong character development.
Scheduled to air on Monday nights alongside the original FBI series, FBI: CIA is already generating buzz among viewers eager for another compelling addition to the franchise. With Tom Ellis at the helm, the series is poised to attract both longtime fans and new audiences.
CBS executives have expressed confidence in the new series, highlighting Ellis’s charisma and the fresh storytelling approach as key factors that will help FBI: CIA stand out.
