Blue Bloods is ending in December 2024, but there are several potential spinoff ideas that would allow the show to live on. The Tom Selleck-led police procedural is still one of CBS’ highest-rated shows despite its cancelation because of its unique blend of family and police drama. For the past fourteen seasons, Blue Bloods has attracted a dedicated fan base through stories that emphasize the characters’ family ties, Catholic faith, and support of police as an institution, and the news of its cancelation has been met with fan-led protests to save Blue Bloods.
Those fans who are not ready to say goodbye have been joined by many of the actors, notably Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg, but CBS confirmed that Blue Bloods has been canceled when it shared its 2024-25 schedule. There is a slim hope that CBS will change its mind, but it is likely that the series will end as planned. However, Blue Bloods could still live on in a different manner if CBS authorizes a spinoff. Here are ten ideas for spinoffs that could keep Blue Bloods‘ legacy intact after the series airs its final episode.
#10. A Blue Bloods Prequel About Frank’s Earlier Life
This Idea Would Preserve the Focus on Family Values
Prequel series can become bona fide hits if done correctly, and there are many unanswered questions about Frank’s past that could be addressed in a prequel. When Blue Bloods began, Frank was already a widower whose retired father was living with him. A prequel could focus on a younger Frank who was working as a cop and spending what little time he had off from work with his wife and five children.
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