CBS has solidified its commitment to the FBI franchise, securing a three-season renewal for the flagship series, which will continue through its ninth season in 2026-27. Additionally, the spinoffs FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International have been renewed for one season each, extending their runs through the 2024-25 season. This decision underscores the network’s confidence in the franchise, which has consistently delivered strong ratings and captivated a loyal audience.
1. A Strong Commitment to the ‘FBI’ Universe
CBS’s decision to renew FBI for three more seasons highlights the network’s faith in the show’s ongoing success. With the flagship series now secured through 2026-27, fans can look forward to more thrilling investigations and high-stakes drama. The show, which ranks as the third most-watched on CBS and all of broadcast TV (excluding live sports), draws an average of 9.11 million viewers, with that number jumping to 12.3 million when including cross-platform viewing.
2. The Success of ‘FBI: Most Wanted’ and ‘FBI: International’
FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International have both secured single-season renewals, keeping them on air through 2024-25. These spinoffs have proven their worth, with ‘Most Wanted’ averaging 10.3 million viewers and ‘International’ at 9.6 million—both showing improvement from previous seasons. These numbers demonstrate the franchise’s robust performance across all its iterations.
3. A Testament to Dick Wolf’s Production Powerhouse
All three FBI series are produced by Dick Wolf’s Wolf Entertainment, in partnership with Universal Television and CBS Studios. The continued success of these series is a testament to Wolf’s ability to create compelling, long-running television that resonates with audiences. With eight of Wolf Entertainment’s nine scripted broadcast series set to return in 2024-25, including the Chicago franchise and Law & Order series, the production company remains a dominant force in network television.
4. What’s Next for the ‘FBI’ Franchise?
As CBS prepares for the 2024-25 season, fans of the FBI franchise can expect more of the gripping storytelling, intense action, and complex characters that have made the series so popular. The upcoming seasons will undoubtedly continue to explore the intricate dynamics of the FBI teams as they tackle some of the most challenging cases on television.
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