CBS has officially announced Boston Blue, a Blue Bloods franchise expansion, and it’s coming sooner than you think! Donnie Wahlberg returns as Danny Reagan, but he’s leaving New York City behind for a fresh start in Boston. The series, which could premiere as early as Fall 2025, introduces a new partner and a whole new setting, leaving many questions about the future of some fan-favorite characters. The Blue Bloods series finale aired in December 2024, with this announcement being made on Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Here’s What Happened: Danny Reagan, NYPD veteran, is relocating to the Boston PD. He’s partnered with Detective Lena Peters, who, like Danny, comes from a strong law enforcement family. The show, written by Brandon Sonnier and Brandon Margolis (known for The Blacklist and S.W.A.T.), is described as a “franchise expansion,” not a direct spinoff. The show is produced by CBS Studios in association with JBTV and Jerry Bruckheimer, KristieAnne Reed, Sonnier, Margolis and Wahlberg will also serve as executive producers.
What This Means Now: This move raises serious questions about Danny’s budding romance with his longtime partner, Maria Baez (Marisa Ramirez). The Blue Bloods finale hinted at a relationship between the two, a plot point Wahlberg himself pushed for. However, CBS’s announcement makes no mention of Ramirez or any other Blue Bloods cast members, other than Donnie Walhberg, returning.
The Bigger Picture: While Boston Blue keeps the family-centric focus of Blue Bloods, it signals a significant shift. The close proximity to New York opens the door for potential cameos, but the core of the show will be Danny’s new life and partnership. With a premiere window of the 2025-2026 season, fans won’t have to wait long to see how this new chapter for Danny Reagan plays out.
