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CBS Cancels 'Blue Bloods,' Launches 'NCIS: Sydney' to 4.15M

2/11/2025

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In a surprising move, CBS has pulled the plug on "Blue Bloods," a beloved Friday night staple, citing content overload. Its successor, "NCIS: Sydney," debuted to 4.15 million viewers, giving a lift to "Fire Country" and "S.W.A.T." Yet, "Blue Bloods" leaves behind a legacy with an impressive average of 5.07 million viewers, leaving fans hopeful for "NCIS: Sydney's" future success.

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In a surprising move, CBS has pulled the plug on "Blue Bloods," a beloved Friday night staple, citing content overload. Its successor, "NCIS: Sydney," debuted to 4.15 million viewers, giving a lift to "Fire Country" and "S.W.A.T." Yet, "Blue Bloods" leaves behind a legacy with an impressive average of 5.07 million viewers, leaving fans hopeful for "NCIS: Sydney's" future success.