Summary

  • The three shows in the FBI universe are set to return on October 15.
  • A three-show block beginning at 8:00 p.m. consists of FBI, followed by FBI: International and FBI: Most Wanted.`
  • The shows have a strong chance at longevity if they can maintain consistent viewership this season.

All three shows in the FBI season 7 being the latest installment in the long-running program. Since it premiered, it has birthed two spinoffs, namely 2020's Most Wanted (which follows the New York Fugitive Task Force) and 2021's International (which follows the Budapest-based Fly Team).

Per Paramount, all three shows have been given return dates as part of CBS' announcement of their schedule for the Fall 2024-2025 season. The trio is set to premiere all in a row on Tuesday, October 15. The FBI season 7 premiere will kick off the block at 8:00 p.m., followed by the FBI: International season 4 premiere at 9:00 p.m. and the FBI: Most Wanted season 6 premiere at 10:00 p.m.

This Season Will Prove Whether FBI Can Really Do No Wrong

The FBI Franchise Has Weathered Some Major Challenges

Luke Kleintank as Scott Forrester sips a drink on FBI: International season 3

The FBI franchise, which is technically also part of Dick Wolf's One Chicago universe, seems to be going just as strong as the legendary producers' other iconic universes, a roster which also includes the Law & Order franchise. However, as the youngest universe among them, it still has a lot to prove as far as how long it can extend its trio of shows' current longevity. The probability of the shows running just as long as the other franchises will most likely be proved by the end of the season.

Although Law & Order has had other spinoffs come and go, the current lineup includes the revived flagship show and its spinoffs, Special Victims Unit and Organized Crime.

So far, the shows have weathered two major storms early in their runs. The first was the worldwide industry shutdowns that took place during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, shortly after the premiere of FBI: Most Wanted. The fact that the first spinoff of the original FBI show survived speaks to its strong viewership, as does the fact that all three shows survived the overlapping industry strikes in 2023. That year, when both writers and actors took to the picket lines to fight for fair pay, many shows were cancelled by producers amid work stoppages.

However, a recent report revealed that the main cast of FBI and Most Wanted had their guarantees reduced by two episodes apiece amid other network cost-cutting measures. Because of moves like this, the shows will have to prove this season more than ever that they are viable sources of profit for the network. However, if they weather this third storm and maintain strong viewership, it seems entirely likely that they could run just as long as any of Dick Wolf's other iconic properties.

Source: Paramount

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    September 25, 2018
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    FBI is a procedural drama that explores the workings of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's New York office as dedicated agents tackle high-stakes cases involving terrorism, organized crime, and various formidable threats.

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    FBI: Most Wanted follows a specialized team tasked with apprehending high-profile criminals on the FBI's Most Wanted list. Led by experienced agents, this mobile undercover unit operates tirelessly in the field, pursuing individuals who are determined to evade justice and ensuring public safety.

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    FBI: International follows the elite agents of the FBI's International Fly Team as they travel globally to protect Americans. The series focuses on their complex missions, navigating international law, and challenges posed by various jurisdictions, demonstrating the high-stakes nature of their work.

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