New FBI Spin-Off for CBS

CBS has ordered to series FBI: International while renewing the original FBI and spin-off FBI: Most Wanted.

FBI: International marks the third iteration of the successful FBI brand from Emmy Award-winning executive producer Dick Wolf.

FBI: International follows the elite agents of the FBI’s International division as they travel the world with the mission of protecting Americans wherever they may be. Wolf, Derek Haas, Rick Eid, Peter Jankowski and Arthur Forney will executive produce the series from Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, in association with CBS Studios. Haas will serve as showrunner.  FBI: International is scheduled to debut in a crossover episode of FBI and FBI: Most Wanted next season.

“CBS has been a great creative partner, and they understand the value of the growing FBI brand,” Wolf commented. “The showrunners, writers, producers, cast, crew and everyone on our team have delivered exciting and creative shows that clearly resonate with viewers. FBI: International offers us the opportunity to expand with a powerful new drama.”

“FBI is the fastest growing brand on television and our partner Dick Wolf has found yet another creative way to expand its universe,” said Kelly Kahl, president of CBS Entertainment. “FBI: International is an intriguing and distinct drama that perfectly complements its compelling siblings, FBI and FBI: Most Wanted, creating an enviable triple-threat for next season that will fit seamlessly across our network lineup.”

Now in its third season, FBI scores over 11 million viewers each week and is U.S. television’s number drama.

The sophomore hit FBI: Most Wanted is delivering over 8.8 million viewers and consistently wins its competitive Tuesday time period. Last season, it was the number one new drama on television.

FBI and FBI: Most Wanted are distributed internationally by ViacomCBS Global Distribution Group. They have been licensed in over 200 markets.