History of Blue Bloods in Timeline

Blue Bloods is a police procedural drama centered on the Reagan family, an Irish-American Catholic family deeply rooted in law enforcement in New York City. The series, which aired on CBS from 2010 to 2024, spans 14 seasons and 293 episodes. At its core is Frank Reagan, the New York City Police Commissioner, played by Tom Selleck. The show explores the professional and personal lives of the Reagan family members, including Danny Reagan (Donnie Wahlberg), Erin Reagan (Bridget Moynahan), and Jamie Reagan (Will Estes), navigating the complexities of their careers and family dynamics.

September 24, 2010: Blue Bloods Series Premiere

On September 24, 2010, Blue Bloods, an American police procedural drama television series, premiered on CBS.

January 19, 2011: Blue Bloods Moved to Wednesdays for Tryout

Beginning January 19, 2011, Blue Bloods was moved to Wednesdays at 10 pm for a four-week tryout on CBS.

February 1, 2011: Blue Bloods Premieres in the UK

On February 1, 2011, Blue Bloods premiered in the UK, helping launch the Sky Atlantic channel.

February 2011: Blue Bloods Premieres in Australia

In February 2011, Blue Bloods premiered in Australia in a primetime Wednesday slot on Network 10.

February 2011: Blue Bloods Returns to Friday Night Time Slot

In February 2011, Blue Bloods returned to its Friday night time slot due to the series premiere of Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior.

October 4, 2011: Blue Bloods Season 2 Returns to Sky Atlantic

On October 4, 2011, season two of Blue Bloods returned to Sky Atlantic in the United Kingdom.

October 31, 2011: Blue Bloods Season 2 Premieres on One in Australia

On October 31, 2011, season two of Blue Bloods premiered on Network 10's secondary HD channel One in Australia alongside White Collar.

October 20, 2012: Jennifer Esposito Dropped from Blue Bloods

On October 20, 2012, CBS announced that Jennifer Esposito was being dropped from the series Blue Bloods, and her character, Detective Curatola, was placed on indefinite leave of absence.

December 13, 2012: Blue Bloods Season 3 Returns to Sky Atlantic

On December 13, 2012, season three of Blue Bloods returned to Sky Atlantic in the United Kingdom.

2012: Brian Burns Finalist for Humanitas Prize

In 2012, producer Brian Burns was a finalist for the Humanitas Prize for the Blue Bloods season-two episode "The Job".

February 2013: Blue Bloods Moved to HD Channel in Australia

In February 2013, season two of Blue Bloods was moved from Network 10's primary SD channel to its HD channel One in Australia alongside White Collar.

July 13, 2013: Blue Bloods Premieres in New Zealand

On July 13, 2013, Blue Bloods premiered on TV3 in New Zealand, replacing CSI: NY in a primetime Saturday slot.

August 26, 2013: Blue Bloods Moved Back to Primary SD Channel in Australia

On August 26, 2013, Blue Bloods was moved back to the primary SD channel on Network 10 in Australia for season three.

November 28, 2013: Blue Bloods Season 4 Returns to Sky Atlantic

On November 28, 2013, season four of Blue Bloods returned to Sky Atlantic in the United Kingdom.

March 17, 2014: Blue Bloods Season 4 Returns to Primary SD Channel in Australia

On March 17, 2014, season four of Blue Bloods returned to Network 10's primary SD channel in Australia.

2014: Criticism for Downplaying Systemic Racism

In late 2014, Slate's Laura Hudson criticized Blue Bloods for downplaying or apologizing for systemic racism in law enforcement.

January 21, 2015: Blue Bloods Season 5 Premieres in the UK

On January 21, 2015, season five of Blue Bloods premiered in the United Kingdom.

2015: Siobhan Byrne O'Connor Nominated for Edgar Award

Writer producer Siobhan Byrne O'Connor was nominated for an Edgar Award in 2015 for the Blue Bloods episode "Unfinished Business".

2019: Kevin Wade Nominated for Edgar Award

Kevin Wade was nominated for an Edgar Award in 2019 for the Blue Bloods episode "My Aim is True".

2021: Blue Bloods Wins TV Faith and Freedom Award

In 2021, Blue Bloods was awarded the TV Faith and Freedom Award for season 10, episode 19, "Family Secrets" at the MovieGuide Awards.

July 4, 2022: NewsNation Airs Blue Bloods Marathon

Beginning July 4, 2022, NewsNation aired Blue Bloods daily with a marathon of episodes, after the show had aired on predecessor channel WGN America.

2022: John Oliver Criticizes Blue Bloods

In a 2022 episode of Last Week Tonight, John Oliver compared Blue Bloods to an "adult Paw Patrol" and criticized it for perpetuating the myth that police officers could overdose on fentanyl after merely touching it, using clips from a 2017 episode of the show.

March 29, 2023: Blue Bloods Renewed for Season 14

On March 29, 2023, CBS announced the renewal of Blue Bloods for a 14th season, with the cast and producers taking a pay cut to secure the renewal.

July 21, 2023: Season 14 Delayed Due to SAG-AFTRA Strike

On July 21, 2023, CBS announced that the renewed 14th season of Blue Bloods would be delayed and put on hold due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike.

November 20, 2023: Blue Bloods Ending Announcement

On November 20, 2023, CBS announced that the 14th season of Blue Bloods would be the show's last.

2023: Pluto TV Launches Blue Bloods Channel

In 2023, the free streaming service Pluto TV launched a Blue Bloods channel in the U.S.

2023: Siobhan Byrne O'Connor Nominated for Edgar Award

Writer producer Siobhan Byrne O'Connor was nominated for an Edgar Award in 2023 for the Blue Bloods episode "The Reagan Way".

February 16, 2024: Season 14, First Half Premiere

On February 16, 2024, the first ten episodes of the 14th season of Blue Bloods began airing.

June 4, 2024: Plans for Blue Bloods Franchise Extension Revealed

On June 4, 2024, Paramount Global co-CEO Brian Robbins revealed plans for a "franchise extension" of Blue Bloods.

October 18, 2024: Season 14, Second Half Premiere

On October 18, 2024, the remaining eight episodes of the 14th season of Blue Bloods premiered.

February 2025: CBS Orders Boston Blue Spinoff Series

In February 2025, CBS announced that it had ordered a spinoff series called Boston Blue, produced by Wahlberg, focusing on his character Danny Reagan.