Blue Bloods: Is the Reagan Family Saying Goodbye For Good?
After 14 seasons of thrilling episodes, Blue Bloods will be saying goodbye later this year, airing its series finale on October 18th on CBS. The series finale will finally wrap up the drama for Danny, Frank, Erin, Jamie, and the rest of the family, but a recently announced spinoff promises to give the Reagans even more storylines and bring us into a whole new world.
With fans clinging onto the thought that Danny Reagan could be sticking around, Donnie Wahlberg, who plays the character, added to the hype with some cryptic but promising statements. The singer and actor hinted that while season 14 is seemingly the final season, more is in the works, even if the specifics are shrouded in mystery for the moment. The only way to know is to keep up with all the latest updates about what's to come, and hope to get that new premiere date.
Could Blue Bloods' Future Include a Danny Reagan-Focused Spinoff?
Rumors of a new Blue Bloods spinoff are swirling, but will Danny be at the center of the action? Paramount Global, who owns CBS, hinted that a new series featuring a whole new story arc is in the works! Now, that's pretty exciting news! With the huge success of the main show, we can bet they are planning a big launch. The executives also teased more developments with other fan-favorite series, like "Dexter" (now streaming on Showtime), and it makes perfect sense for "Blue Bloods" to have its own legacy too! While some fans are super excited, especially the Danny fanatics, it is worth keeping in mind that this spinoff is in its early development, so don't get your hopes too high.
The future looks bright for the Reagans as season 14 prepares for its final premiere, although fans will need to wait a while to hear news about a possible return or those details for a new Blue Bloods series. It would be a great chance to have a story involving a past Danny or maybe even one that focuses on how he builds a life for his own family! There’s even a great chance to tie that back into his current role and introduce new family members to the storyline. We've heard it could even feature his former partners, Jamie, Eddie, and even his older sister Erin, making it a new story, but still set in a familiar world that fans already know and love.
A Look Behind the Scenes at Paramount and CBS' Spinoff Strategy
The main Blue Bloods show has become an enormous success for CBS! That said, you’d have to know that running a TV show gets pricier each season because of higher salaries for the actors. Even for an incredibly successful series like "Blue Bloods," season 14 actually went through some adjustments! The cast and crew even took a pay cut to keep the show running!
Paramount and CBS are always looking at new and cost-effective ways to bring those beloved TV series back for another round! They realized a new show could actually save a few dollars compared to making an entire new season for the original "Blue Bloods" show. It’s been done before too. Did you know that "Young Sheldon", that super popular sitcom on CBS, got wrapped up last season with a final season? They’re not saying goodbye for good. In fact, they made a spin-off that takes the audience into an even different part of Sheldon’s life!
Is Danny Reagan Really Hanging Up His Shield For Good?
We’re not exactly saying farewell to the "Blue Bloods" story with season 14. While this year’s premiere on October 18th is slated to be the final season for the series, with more information being revealed, we can’t help but hope that we get some insight about Danny’s next big adventure!
No matter how the series finale unfolds, it’s fair to say the show has a ton of great content behind it. The actors have brought to life an endearing family with relatable stories about facing personal and professional challenges. Blue Bloods also kept a spot on CBS's top shows for years and delivered really high viewership, but who can say no to a brand new story that'll build off a franchise that so many people are excited about! It will probably take some time to figure out exactly what Paramount and CBS plan to do! We'll keep our eyes peeled and hope to see more of Danny Reagan – a great NYPD cop, an awesome father, and just a pretty decent family man.
