CBS’s upcoming series Boston Blue is set to premiere in the fall of 2025, taking over the Friday 10 p.m. ET/PT time slot previously held by Blue Bloods. The show follows Detective Danny Reagan, portrayed by Donnie Wahlberg, as he transitions from the NYPD to the Boston Police Department. In Boston, Danny partners with Detective Lena Silver, played by Sonequa Martin-Green, who hails from a prominent law enforcement family in the city. Lena’s grandfather, Reverend Peters, portrayed by Ernie Hudson, serves as the patriarch of the Silver family, which includes other members involved in various facets of Boston’s public service. (en.wikipedia.org, hellomagazine.com, ew.com)
The cast also features Maggie Lawson as Superintendent Sarah Silver, Lena’s stepsister, who holds a significant leadership role within the Boston Police Department. The series aims to explore the dynamics of a multigenerational family deeply embedded in Boston’s law enforcement and public service sectors, drawing parallels to the Reagan family’s legacy in Blue Bloods. (hellomagazine.com)
Boston Blue is developed by Brandon Sonnier and Brandon Margolis, with Anthony Hemingway directing and producing the premiere episode. The series is produced by CBS Studios in association with Jerry Bruckheimer Television, with Donnie Wahlberg also serving as an executive producer. While the show introduces a new setting and characters, it maintains thematic connections to its predecessor, focusing on family, duty, and the complexities of law enforcement. (en.wikipedia.org)
As anticipation builds for its debut, Boston Blue is poised to continue the storytelling tradition established by Blue Bloods, offering viewers a fresh perspective on the challenges and responsibilities faced by those in public service, all set against the backdrop of Boston’s rich cultural and historical landscape.