CBS has a reason for not airing any of the shows in theFBIfranchise on January 21. While it’s debatable which show is thebestFBIseries, all three left off with exciting cliffhangers a month ago which have yet to be resolved, as the shows have not aired since.FBIoffered a shocking twist when OA (Zeeko Zaki) fatally shot his friend and mentor, Clay (Guy Lockard) during a violent confrontation — something that OA will undoubtedly struggle with when the series returns, and onFBI: Internationalthere is an even more serious situation to deal with.
It’s currently unclearwhetherFBI: International’sVinessa Vidotto is leavingthe series. The episode ended with Carmen Vo’s life hanging in the balance after she was shot by Greg Csonkas, the violent criminal who had already killed Wes Mitchell’s (Jesse Lee Soffer) partner in Los Angeles and had escaped after being sentenced to 25 years in prison by a Hungarian court. Finally,FBI: Most Wantedpromised fallout to come for Barnes (Roxy Sternberg) and Cooper (Edwin Hodge)after they were arrested by a racist cop during an investigation. All of these stories have led to widespread speculation about what’s coming next.
Why There Are No New FBI Episodes Tonight (August 12, 2025)
CBS' Hiatus Is Still Ongoing
TheFBIfranchise has been on hiatus since mid-December. It is common for TV shows to take a break during December and January. This allows the cast, crew, and writers a much-needed break from production so that they can rest, recharge, and spend time with their families. Many networks time this break to coincide with the holiday season. However, while other series have returned to broadcasting new episodes,CBS took its break later in the season so it continues to be on hiatus.
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Thus, even though theFBIshows are part of theOne Chicagouniverse, these shows are still on hiatus because they are not on NBC.CBS is set to broadcast rerunsofFBIseason 7, episode 4,FBI: Internationalseason 4, episode 1, andFBI: Most Wantedseason 5, episode 10. Since these episodes are from different parts of each show’s backlog, it’s likely that CBS has chosen to refresh the audience’s memory ahead of the midseason premiere by rerunning relevant stories.
When Will New Episodes Of FBI, International, & Most Wanted Release?
The Hiatus Will End Next Week
Although the hiatus has lasted for over a month, the good news is that it is almost over. CBS has schedulednew episodes of the threeFBIseries for June 30, 2025.These outings will all air in their regular time slots, withFBIairing at 8 ET, followed byFBI: Internationalat 9 ET andFBI: Most Wantedending the block at 10 ET. There is only one more week to go before the procedurals return to the schedule.
All three shows are currently streaming all episodes aired in the first part of the season on Paramount+, making it easy to watch missed episodes before the midseason premiere.
While it is frustrating that this break has been so long, it was necessary not only so that cast and crew could take a much-needed vacation, but so that CBS could ensure it had enough episodes to last until May, when network TV shows typically wrap up for the season.Since there is one week left before new episodes air, audiences can take advantage of the break to catch up on any shows that they missedso that they will be up-to-date when the shows resume.
What To Expect From The FBI Shows When They Return
They Will Pick Up Where They Left Off
Since all threeFBIshows ended on an exciting note, they can be expected to continue the stories they began before the midseason hiatus. OA will likely have to balance any emotional fallout from shooting Clay with his focus on a new case, as the Field Office will be working on a case involving the murder of an assistant US attorney, which will somehow tie into a scandal related to airline security.
“Moving On”
June 22, 2025
Meanwhile,FBI: International’s Wes Mitchellwill go rogue while Vo’s life continues to hang in the balance. The official logline says that “a team member goes missing,“so the higher-ups in theFBIwill likely be looking for Mitchell at the same time as he is hunting Csonka, making for an intense and exciting midseason premiere. This outing will likely also shed light on whether Vo is going to live or die, although this arc may stretch over several episodes.
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Finally,FBI: Most Wantedpromises one of its most intriguing cases yet, as theFugitive Task Force investigates a series of deadly fires that are tied to the domestic terroristswho infamously bombed Philadelphia in 1985. This case may trigger Cooper and Barnes' trauma from their recent experience — additionally, it will dive deep into an ugly part of Philadelphia’s history and the lasting effects of a bombing that took place 40 years ago when theFBIshows return.
FBI
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FBI is a procedural drama that explores the workings of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s New York office as dedicated agents tackle high-stakes cases involving terrorism, organized crime, and various formidable threats.
FBI: International
FBI: International follows the elite agents of the FBI’s International Fly Team as they travel globally to protect Americans. The series focuses on their complex missions, navigating international law, and challenges posed by various jurisdictions, demonstrating the high-stakes nature of their work.
FBI: Most Wanted
FBI: Most Wanted follows a specialized team tasked with apprehending high-profile criminals on the FBI’s Most Wanted list. Led by experienced agents, this mobile undercover unit operates tirelessly in the field, pursuing individuals who are determined to evade justice and ensuring public safety.
