CBS has released synopses for more than a dozen premieres, including FBI, Ghosts and NCIS.
The following list, which is ordered by airdate, offers fresh intel and even fresher photos from all of your broadcast favorites — first looks at highly anticipated spinoffs Boston Blue and Sheriff Country, and the beginning of the end for The Neighborhood.
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As previously reported, CBS Premiere Week kicks off on Sunday, Oct. 12, with Matlock and Elsbeth, and wrapping the following Sunday with Jensen Ackles’ return to Tracker. In between, you’ll get fresh episodes of Fire Country, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage and Watson, and the premiere of new comedy DMV. (Unscripted vets Survivor and The Amazing Race return in September.)
Scroll down to see what’s on tap for all your favorite CBS shows, then leave a comment and let us know which premieres you’re most anticipating.
Survivor
“Act One of a Horror Film” – Eighteen strangers are abandoned on the islands of Fiji with the chance to win $1 million. Tribes must claim victory in the grueling marooning challenge to earn essential camp supplies. Then castaways are chosen to face off with a huge reward on the line.
Season 49 Premiere Date: Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 8 pm
The Amazing Race
“Two Worlds Colliding” – Host Phil Keoghan invites 13 former Big Brother players to compete on a journey around the world with their loved ones.
Season 38 Premiere Date: Thursday, Sept. 25 at 9 pm; Episode 2 airs in its regular time slot, Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 9:30 pm.
Matlock
“The Before Times” – Matty questions the paternity of the man claiming to be Alfie’s father. Also, the team takes on an arson case while Olympia tries to protect Julian’s involvement in the Wellbrexa case.
Season 2 Premiere Date: Sunday, Oct. 12 at 8:30 pm; Episode 2 airs in its regular time slot, Thursday, Oct. 16 at 9 pm.
Elsbeth
“Yes, And…” – Elsbeth dives into the world of late-night comedy when backstage tensions rise between a talk show host (Stephen Colbert), his head writer Laurel (Amy Sedaris) and her on-air sidekick husband, Mickey (Andy Richter). Also, Elsbeth meets a new police officer (Lindsay Mendez) who is an aspiring stand-up comic when off the clock.
Season 3 Premiere Date: Sunday, Oct. 12 at 9:30 pm; Episode 2 airs in its regular time slot, Thursday, Oct. 16 at 10 pm.
The Neighborhood (final season)
“Welcome to the New Normals” – The Johnsons and Butlers face big changes and unexpected challenges as Tina discovers a new passion, Malcolm navigates work and family boundaries, and Courtney takes a major step with Marty. Meanwhile, Dave’s tech experiment backfires and Gemma’s parenting plan goes awry.
Season 8 Premiere Date: Monday, Oct. 13 at 8 pm
DMV
“Pilot” – East Hollywood Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving examiner Colette pines for her coworker Noa while enduring teasing from colleagues Gregg, Vic and Ceci. Also, new manager Barb rallies the crew to save their branch from government shutdown.
Series Premiere Date: Monday, Oct. 13 at 8:30 pm
FBI
“Takeover” – After a federal judge disappears, a routine investigation takes a dark turn as the team uncovers that the judge had been searching for his missing son on a secluded island on the city’s edge, where authority has crumbled. Meanwhile, reality weighs heavy on Jubal as he takes on a new leadership role.
Season 8 Premiere Date: Monday, Oct. 13 at 9 pm
Watson
“A Son in the Oven” – Watson and the fellows spring back into action when Mary’s mother accidentally poisons herself while suffering from a rare form of dementia that is progressing with impossible speed. Meanwhile, Sherlock Holmes resurfaces after being presumed dead; Robert Carlyle guest-stars as Sherlock Holmes and Tika Sumpter returns as Laila.
Season 2 Premiere Date: Monday, Oct. 13 at 10 pm
NCIS
“Prodigal Son (Part 1)” – Reeling from his father’s murder, Parker goes to extreme lengths to hunt down the woman he holds responsible, mob boss Carla Marino, jeopardizing not only his own future but the team’s; Nancy Travis guest-stars as Parker’s sister, Navy Vice Admiral Harriet Parker.
Season 23 Premiere Date: Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 8 pm
NCIS: Origins
“The Funky Bunch” – Gibbs and Franks investigate the disappearance of a young Marine connected to a mysterious compound with a charismatic leader, and Lala’s fate is revealed.
Season 2 Premiere Date: Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 9 pm
Fire Country
“Goodbye for Now” – In the aftermath of the Zabel Ridge fire, Station 42 faces internal turmoil but must rally together for a high-stakes rescue that tests their strength, loyalty and the future of the firehouse.
Season 4 Premiere Date: Friday, Oct. 17 at 8 pm; Episode 2 airs in its regular time slot, Friday, Oct. 24 at 9 pm.
