History of FBI: International in Timeline
FBI: International is a CBS police procedural and the second spin-off from FBI. The show premiered in September 2021 and follows a team of FBI special agents as they investigate crimes and terrorism outside of the United States. The series was picked up for a full season a month after its premiere.
January 12, 2020: Discussions about Spin-off
On January 12, 2020, Dick Wolf and Kelly Kahl discussed launching a second FBI spin-off, following the success of FBI: Most Wanted.
February 18, 2021: Development Announcement
On February 18, 2021, it was announced that FBI: International was being developed for the 2021–22 television season.
March 24, 2021: Series Order
On March 24, 2021, CBS officially ordered the series FBI: International, announcing it would debut in a crossover episode.
October 11, 2021: Full Season Order
On October 11, 2021, a full season was ordered for FBI: International after its premiere.
May 9, 2022: Renewal for Seasons 2 and 3
On May 9, 2022, CBS renewed the series for a second and third season, continuing the show.
May 2022: Renewal for Seasons 2 and 3
In May 2022, CBS renewed FBI: International for a second and third season, ensuring the show's continuation.
July 14, 2022: Christiane Paul Exits, Eva-Jane Willis Joins
On July 14, 2022, Christiane Paul exited the series, and Eva-Jane Willis replaced her as a new character.
July 22, 2022: UK Premiere on Sky Witness
On July 22, 2022, FBI: International aired its first episode of season 1 on Sky Witness in the UK.
September 20, 2022: Season 2 Premiere
On September 20, 2022, the second season of FBI: International premiered on CBS, continuing the series.
November 29, 2023: Christina Wolfe Joins Cast
On November 29, 2023, Christina Wolfe joined the cast of FBI: International as a new series regular for the third season.
December 7, 2023: Heida Reed Leaving the Show
On December 7, 2023, it was announced that Heida Reed would leave FBI: International during the third season.
February 13, 2024: Season 3 Premiere
On February 13, 2024, the third season of FBI: International premiered, which was delayed from September 2023 due to strikes.
April 9, 2024: Renewal for Season 4
On April 9, 2024, CBS renewed FBI: International for a fourth season.
April 2024: Renewal for Season 4
In April 2024, FBI: International was renewed for a fourth season by CBS.
April 23, 2024: Luke Kleintank Leaving the Show
On April 23, 2024, it was announced that Luke Kleintank would leave FBI: International during the third season.
June 20, 2024: Jesse Lee Soffer Joins Cast
On June 20, 2024, Jesse Lee Soffer joined the cast of FBI: International as a new series regular for the fourth season.
October 15, 2024: Season 4 Premiere
On October 15, 2024, the fourth season of FBI: International premiered on CBS, continuing the series run.
March 4, 2025: Series Cancellation
On March 4, 2025, CBS canceled FBI: International after four seasons, ending the series.
March 2025: Series Cancellation
In March 2025, CBS canceled FBI: International after four seasons, bringing the series to an end.
