CBS’s hit drama FBI is back for its eighth season, marking the first standalone season in years not followed by its spinoffs, FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International. The new season moves from its usual Tuesday slot to Mondays at 9pm ET/PT, airing after the new comedy DMV and before Watson Season 2.
The season premiere is set for October 13, 2025, and promises high-stakes drama, complex investigations, and character-driven storytelling that fans have come to love.
Star-Studded Cast
Missy Peregrym returns as Special Agent Maggie Bell, the dedicated agent born into a multigenerational law enforcement family. Zeeko Zaki reprises his role as Special Agent Omar Adom “OA” Zidan, a West Point graduate who spent two years undercover for the DEA before joining the FBI.
The team is led by Special Agent in Charge Isobel Castille, portrayed by Alana De La Garza, a commanding presence under intense pressure. Jeremy Sisto returns as Assistant Special Agent in Charge Jubal Valentine, the office’s central motivator who effortlessly connects with superiors and subordinates alike. John Boyd stars as Special Agent Stuart Scola, an Ivy League-educated Wall Streeter turned FBI agent.
Episode 1: “Takeover”
Season eight kicks off with “Takeover”, a gripping story in which a routine investigation turns dark after a federal judge disappears. The team discovers that the judge had been searching for his missing son on a remote island at the city’s edge, a place where authority has crumbled. Meanwhile, Jubal grapples with the challenges of his new leadership role.
The episode is scripted by Mike Weiss and directed by Alex Chapple, promising tension, twists, and the fast-paced energy fans expect from the series.
What Makes FBI Season 8 Unique
FBI remains a fast-paced drama centered on the New York office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This elite team applies intelligence, skill, and technical expertise to investigate major cases, protecting both New York City and the nation.
The agents’ personal backgrounds add depth to the series. Maggie Bell is deeply committed to her colleagues and the people she protects. Her partner, OA Zidan, brings a unique mix of street smarts, military training, and undercover experience. Isobel Castille exerts authority and decisiveness under pressure, while Jubal Valentine is the heart of the office, and Stuart Scola contributes analytical brilliance and relentless determination.
From terrorism and organized crime to counterintelligence, the FBI team tackles cases of enormous magnitude with intelligence, teamwork, and perseverance. Season eight promises to continue delivering suspenseful storytelling while exploring the personal and professional challenges these agents face.
Don’t Miss It
With a fresh time slot, compelling new storylines, and the return of fan-favorite agents, FBI Season 8 is set to be one of CBS’s most exciting premieres of 2025. Fans can tune in for the season opener, “Takeover”, on October 13, 2025 at 9pm ET/PT, and witness the elite team of agents navigating danger, intrigue, and high-stakes investigations.
