It’s the end of an era for fans of CBS’ long-running cop family drama, Blue Bloods. The network has announced that the upcoming 14th season of the popular series will be its last, marking the end of a successful run for the show.
The final season will consist of 18 episodes, with the first 10 set to air this coming midseason, premiering on CBS on Feb. 16 and streaming live on Paramount+. The remaining 8 episodes will run in the fall of 2024.
The decision to end Blue Bloods on a high note comes after difficulties negotiating the show’s renewal earlier this year. The cast and producers ultimately agreed to salary reductions in order to keep the show going and support the crew and other personnel employed.
Blue Bloods’ March renewal came with a presumption that Season 14 would likely be the series’ last, and the writers began crafting the upcoming season as a potential final chapter. The decision to end the show was solidified after the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike when the size of the order was determined and the idea to split it into two parts came about.
The series, which has aired 275 episodes in its 13 seasons to date, will end its run with 293 episodes. With its 14 seasons, it ranks among the ten longest-running CBS scripted series ever. Blue Bloods has been a key asset for the company over the past decade and a half, ranking in the top 10 for series on Paramount+ based on minutes viewed and for viewed channels on Pluto TV.
Lead actor and executive producer Tom Selleck expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work on the show, saying, “For the past 13 years, it has been an honor and a privilege to work on a show that not only celebrates the men and women who protect and serve in New York City but also displayed the importance of family.”
The show’s executive producer, Kevin Wade, also expressed his gratitude, saying, “It has been a tremendous privilege these past 13 years to fill the huge canvas that Leonard Goldberg imagined.” The series will leave behind an enduring legacy, achieved by the extraordinary cast, talented writers, and the best crew in the business.
While fans may be sad to see Blue Bloods come to an end, the final season is expected to be an exciting and emotionally satisfying one, according to the show’s creators. The series has left a lasting impact on viewers and will be remembered as a pillar of CBS’ winning lineup.