In a significant shake-up behind the scenes of CBS's hit drama FBI, Mike Weiss has been announced as the new executive producer and showrunner, stepping into the role for the show's upcoming seventh season. This transition comes as Rick Eid departs to focus on Law & Order after successfully steering the show through recent seasons. Weiss, a seasoned figure in television drama, will bring his extensive experience and unique perspective to one of CBS's most-watched series. Weiss is no stranger to the intricacies of crime procedurals or the high expectations of network television. His tenure in the industry includes pivotal roles in the Dick Wolf universe, notably as a co-executive producer for seasons 3 and 4 of Chicago P.D., another stalwart series in the Wolf empire.
Beyond the Wolf universe, Weiss has demonstrated his knack for running network shows efficiently during his time on CBS’s The Mentalist and Code Black, ensuring that each episode delivered both tension and emotional depth. His most recent venture was co-creating, executive producing, and co-showrunning the Hulu mystery series Death and Other Details with Heidi Cole McAdams.
CBS’s decision to bring Weiss onboard follows the recent three-year renewal of FBI, a move that underscores the network's confidence in the series' continued success and its pivotal role in CBS’s primetime lineup. As FBI gears up for its seventh season, Weiss’s familiarity with both the network and the genre seems a smart way to inject new energy and ideas into the series.
What is 'FBI' About?
FBI is a fast-paced drama about the inner workings of the New York office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Created by Dick Wolf, the procedural series showcases the bureau’s best agents as they tackle major cases impacting national security, intelligence, and the safety of the American people. Each episode features the agents using all their skills, intellect, and technical expertise to keep New York and the country safe, delving into cases related to terrorism, organised crime, and counter-intelligence. The show manages to blend high-stakes investigations with the personal lives of the agents, and it provides viewers with a glimpse into the pressure-cooker environment that is the daily life of FBI personnel. It stars Missy Peregrym, Zeeko Zaki, Jeremy Sisto, Alana De La Garza, John Boyd and Katherine Renee Kane. An average of 9 million live viewers tune in each week.
Who is Dick Wolf?
Dick Wolf is a prominent figure in television, renowned for his role in revolutionising the crime drama genre. Best known for creating the Law & Order franchise, Wolf's series have become staples of American TV, blending police work and courtroom drama in a format that has captivated audiences for decades. His work extends to other successful series like the Chicago universe — encompassing Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med — and the FBI series. These shows are praised for their realistic portrayal of law enforcement and emergency response, complex characters, and engaging narratives. Wolf’s influence is strong, as he ensures that his series are not only entertaining but also reflective of the challenges within the systems they depict. His dedication to storytelling that combines procedural details with personal drama has earned him a distinguished place in television history.
FBI's Original Characters Are Not Going Anywhere
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Despite reports to the contrary, OG star Missy Peregrym is not leaving the series. After taking some time off from the series, Peregrym is set to return for Tuesday's season finale. In the show's most recent episode, "No One Left Behind," it's revealed that Peregrym's character, Maggie Bell, is on leave after being shot during a previous risky operation. Despite this development, Peregrym's co-star, Zeeko Zaki, has dispelled any rumors of her departure, assuring fans that the actress will return to the series.
"He feels the same way that Zeeko feels about Missy getting some time off. It’s so earned, to me, showing that these characters can have some sort of balance and don’t want each other to burn out or to break.
That [Peregrym's exit] is not happening. But I think all press is good press. It’s nice to see that people are that dialed in on the show. But no, she will be back. And I hope it’s not a spoiler, but she will be back in the finale, which is really exciting."
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates as we approach the new era of FBI under Mike Weiss’s leadership. Past seasons of the series are streaming now on Paramount+.
