Summary
- Rick Eid is stepping away from
FBI
but will remain involved as an executive producer for the show. - Mike Weiss is the new showrunner for
FBI
Season 7, bringing a wealth of crime drama experience. - Expect changes in
FBI
Season 7 under Weiss’ leadership, including cast departures and new characters.
As a longtime fan of FBI and someone who has followed the series closely since its inception, I must say that I am both excited and apprehensive about Mike Weiss taking the reins for Season 7 and beyond. With his impressive resume spanning over a decade in television writing and producing, there is no doubt that he brings a wealth of experience to the table.
In October 2024, when FBI, CBS’s popular crime drama series, comes back on TV, viewers might spot a significant shift behind the scenes. After six seasons under Rick Eid’s creative leadership, the cast and crew of FBI have chosen a new showrunner to steer Season 7. Despite Eid continuing in his role as an executive producer for some time, the police procedural is gearing up for a daring new phase with a fresh head writer at the helm.
For Season 24 of Wolf Entertainment’s popular series “Law & Order”, Eid will continue as the leading character. However, fans of “FBI” should anticipate significant changes in the upcoming season. Not only might there be fewer episodes, but a new creative team is set to join, bringing fresh ideas to the crime drama. This change could extend the series for an additional three years.
Rick Eid Is Stepping Away From FBI
As a passionate movie reviewer, I’ve got to share my thoughts on “FBI,” a gripping American crime drama that made its grand entrance on CBS in 2018, the masterminds behind it being Dick Wolf and Craig Turk. This captivating ensemble series offers an intimate glimpse into the day-to-day challenges faced by the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s New York field office.
With her teammates, including Special Agent Omar Adom “O.A.” Zidan (Zeeko Zaki), the communications expert Jubal Valentine (Jeremy Sisto), and others, Maggie delves into a series of cases under the watchful eye of Dana Mosier (Sela Ward). On the team as well is Kristen Chazal (Ebonee Noel), an intelligence analyst, her partner Stuart Scola (John Boyd), White Collar investigator Tiffany Wallace (Katherine Renee Kane), and Mosier’s new superior, Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Isobel Castille (Alana de la Garza).
The FBI group works tirelessly to avert disasters by stopping foreign criminals from orchestrating lethal assaults on U.S. soil. During their free time, these agents and investigators provide support to one another as they face personal challenges, which often strengthens their professional bond in the long-running police series.
From September 2018 until May 2024, the FBI aired for six seasons and a total of 113 episodes. Throughout this period, Rick Eid served as head writer and showrunner. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Eid has chosen to depart from the FBI series in order to dedicate his time to overseeing Law & Order’s upcoming 24th season. In his own words:
“Following six years at the helm of two or more series, with CBS extending FBI‘s run for another three seasons, I saw an opportune moment to redirect my energy towards managing Law & Order and nurturing fresh ideas,” I expressed in a statement. “I take immense pride in the success of FBI, and couldn’t be more ecstatic for the cast, crew, and producers. Though I will no longer serve as the daily showrunner, I plan to stay engaged with the show moving forward.”
About Eid’s departure, legendary TV producer Dick Wolf stated:
As a long-standing member of the Wolf family’s cinematic crew, I’ve proudly stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Rick for two decades. I extend my heartfelt gratitude for his unwavering dedication in propelling FBI from concept to reality on our screens. With anticipation and excitement, I eagerly look forward to deepening our creative bond as we embark on new adventures together with Law & Order, and beyond.
With Eid concentrating on “Law & Order” for the rest of 2024, let’s introduce you to the new showrunner who will lead the creative team for Season 7 of this FBI series.
Who Is the New FBI Showrunner?
In other words, it’s official that Mike Weiss will take charge of the FBI from Season 7 onwards. With a total of 10 TV projects under his belt since 2007, Weiss brings a wealth of writing and production experience to the small screen. Kicking off his career with the TV movie “That Crook’d ‘Sipp” in 2007, he later wrote and produced “George of the Jungle”. Among his other writing contributions are “Cashmere Mafia” and “Sherri”.
In their dual role as writer and producer, Weiss boasts credits such as “In Plain Sight,” “The Mentalist,” “Code Black,” “Stumptown,” and more recently, “Death and Other Details” on Hulu. Given their extensive background in crime and police procedurals, fans of “FBI” can take comfort knowing the show is being guided by skilled hands. Moreover, Weiss’ stint on “Chicago P.D.” for three seasons from 2014 to 2017, where they wrote 12 episodes and produced 44, demonstrates an understanding of Wolf Productions’ narrative style. However, whenever a well-loved series transitions to new leadership, changes are inevitable. For better or worse, “FBI” is set to chart a new course under its fresh leadership.
What to Expect in FBI Season 7
As a devoted movie enthusiast, I can hardly contain my excitement about the return of FBI on CBS, set for October 15, 2024. With a fresh perspective under the leadership of Weiss, this series promises to take on a whole new look. For example, it’s been reported by Variety that Katherine Renee Kane, our beloved Special Agent in Charge, will be stepping down from the FBI. Since 2020, she’s filled the void left by Dana Mosier (Sela Ward), becoming the Bureau’s sharpest intelligence agent. Whether Maggie gets promoted or a new Special Agent in Charge takes her place remains to be seen.
news about Kane leaving arrives following the announcement of Lisette Olivera joining the cast as character Syd, a Behavioral Analyst Agent (as reported by Variety). Details regarding Syd’s character or storyline have yet to be disclosed, but fans might remember Olivera from Disney+’s original series National Treasure: Edge of History. Additionally, Olivera has appeared in Total Eclipse, I Always Said After, We Need to Do Something, and Waltz of the Angels.
Recently, Maggie and her FBI team confronted Somali terrorists who were behind Agent Trevor Hobbs’ (Roshawn Franklin) murder. To discover if this plotline persists in Season 7, catch the premiere on CBS on October 15, 2024. You can stream FBI on Paramount+.
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