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FBI Season 8 Premiere Resets the Board, Resolves Cliffhanger and Shifts Team Dynamics

The showrunner says a jarring opening will steer long-term character arcs as responsibilities evolve at headquarters.

Overview

  • Episode 1 aired October 13 on CBS, with streaming on Paramount+ the following day.
  • Showrunner Mike Weiss says the events will weigh heavily on Scola and ultimately strengthen bonds within the core team.
  • Weiss indicates Scola will remain open to new partnerships, with a forthcoming character named Eva bringing a sharp, unflappable energy.
  • Claire Coffee appears in early episodes, and Weiss notes her character is not seeking to join the FBI.
  • The storyline picks up from last season’s attack, with an acting leader in place and a temporary absence reshaping how the unit operates.