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FBI: International

FBI: International is an American police procedural television series that premiered on CBS in 2021.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

FBI: International is an American police procedural television series that premiered on CBS on September 21, 2021. It is the second spin-off of Dick Wolf's FBI franchise and follows the FBI's International Fly Team, based in Budapest, as they investigate threats against American interests abroad. The series ran for four seasons and ended on May 20, 2025.

Premise

The series follows FBI Special Agents assigned to the International Fly Team, who travel across Europe and other regions to address threats targeting Americans and U.S. interests. Their work often involves international law, jurisdictional issues, and high-risk investigations.

Production and broadcast

FBI: International was created by Dick Wolf and Derek Haas and aired on CBS. It launched in 2021, received multiple season renewals, and completed its run in 2025.

Place in the FBI franchise

The series is part of Dick Wolf's FBI universe and is the third television series in that franchise, following the original FBI and FBI: Most Wanted.

Episodes and reception

Across four seasons, the series produced 78 episodes. Listings and entertainment databases describe it as a crime drama and action-oriented procedural.

Key facts

  • FBI: International premiered on CBS on September 21, 2021, and ended on May 20, 2025.
  • It is the second spin-off of the FBI franchise and the third series in the franchise overall.
  • The story centers on the FBI's International Fly Team, an elite unit headquartered in Budapest.
  • The team investigates crime and terrorism abroad, especially threats to American interests and citizens.
  • The series was canceled in March 2025 after four seasons and 78 episodes.
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Canadian context

The series aired in Canada on television services that carry CBS programming and is part of the wider U.S. procedural-TV market commonly watched by Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is FBI: International about?
It follows the FBI's International Fly Team as they investigate and neutralize threats against Americans and American interests outside the United States, especially in Europe.
When did FBI: International premiere?
It premiered on CBS on September 21, 2021.
How many seasons did FBI: International have?
It ran for four seasons.
How many episodes were made?
The series had 78 episodes over its four-season run.
Is FBI: International part of a larger franchise?
Yes. It is part of Dick Wolf's FBI franchise and is the third series in that franchise.
Where is the Fly Team based?
The International Fly Team is headquartered in Budapest, Hungary.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FBI:_International
    Supports: Premiere date, franchise placement, premise, renewal history, cancellation, season count, episode count, headquarters in Budapest.
  2. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/fbi-international/1060026058/
    Supports: Series premise, network, run dates, and genre description.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/fbi_international
    Supports: Executive producer credit, network, genre, and series premise.
  4. TVmaze — https://www.tvmaze.com/shows/53659/fbi-international
    Supports: Network dates, show type, creators, premise, and status as ended.
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_FBI:_International_episodes
    Supports: Episode total and four-season run dates.