FBI Season 8: Release Date Speculation, Cast Updates, and What’s Next After Spin-Off Cancellations
CBS’s hit procedural FBI is gearing up for its eighth season — but it comes at a tense moment for the franchise. With both FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International canceled, fans are desperate for reassurance that the flagship show will remain steady. Here’s everything we know so far.
Will FBI Return for Season 8?
Yes! Fans can breathe a sigh of relief. CBS handed down a massive three-season renewal back in April 2024. That deal secured FBI through at least season 9, meaning the show is guaranteed to run until 2027.
The news was originally paired with renewals for the spin-offs, but while Most Wanted and International have since been canceled, another spinoff — FBI: CIA — is currently in development.
When Could FBI Season 8 Premiere?
While CBS has not confirmed an exact date, all signs point to a fall 2025 release in the U.S. Most seasons have debuted in September, October, or November.
The only outlier was season 6, which faced delays due to the 2023 Hollywood strikes. Since then, the show has returned to its regular fall schedule, and season 8 is expected to follow that same pattern.
For U.K. fans, the wait could be longer. Season 7 hasn’t aired on Sky Witness and NOW yet, so season 8 likely won’t arrive until sometime in 2026.
Who Is in the FBI Season 8 Cast?
CBS hasn’t locked in the full lineup, but most of the core team is expected back. That includes:
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Missy Peregrym as Maggie Bell
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Zeeko Zaki as Omar Adom “OA” Zidan
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Jeremy Sisto as Jubal Valentine
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John Boyd as Stuart Scola
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Alana De La Garza as Isobel Castille
Notably, Katherine Renee Kane (Tiffany Wallace) departed after the season 7 premiere, and Lisette Olivera (Syd Ortiz) was written out after just five episodes. Neither are expected to return.
Is There a Trailer for FBI Season 8?
Not yet. CBS hasn’t released any new footage, but fans can rewatch the explosive season 7 finale trailer to hold them over. Once season 8’s trailer drops, we’ll update this page.
Why Season 8 Matters More Than Ever
With the spin-offs gone, FBI is carrying the weight of the franchise. Fans are eager to see if season 8 can deliver gripping cases, powerful performances, and the team dynamic that made the series a primetime staple.
For now, one thing is certain: the agents of FBI will be back — and the pressure has never been higher.