The Real Reason Why CBS Might Have Canceled 'FBI: International' & 'FBI: Most Wanted'

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CBS is shaking up the FBI franchise in a big way. The network just announced that FBI: International and FBI: Most Wanted will both be canceled after their current seasons, leaving fans wondering what happened. Keep reading to find out more… While CBS hasn’t officially stated a reason, all signs point to a major franchise overhaul. The network is currently making room in the programming schedule for a brand-new spin-off, FBI: CIA, currently in development with creator Dick Wolf.

The move suggests CBS is shifting their focus to fresh projects, rather than maintaining long-running spin-offs. The cancellations still come as a surprise, especially given the success of both series.

FBI: Most Wanted premiered in 2020 and will end after its sixth season, while FBI: International, which debuted in 2021, will end with Season 4.

However, there may have been signs of this series shake-up happening as early as last year: Back in May 2024, CBS announced cost-cutting measures, reducing minimum episode guarantees for the cast of FBI and FBI: Most Wanted.