CBShas unveiled its fall premiere dates, becoming the first network to pull back the curtain on when popular shows will make their way back. At a time when there has been a lot of coverage about broadcast networks pulling back on scripted programming, CBS is charging full speed ahead with a healthy and popular primetime line-up.
The network has dramas likeTrackerandMatlock, which are among the most-watched new shows on television, as well as long-running staples likeNCIS. But it’s also trying its hand atnew spinoffs such asBoston Blueand theFire CountryoffshootSheriff Country.
PerTVLine, CBS has announced its fall premiere dates. The network has confirmed that theFBI spinoffCIAhas moved to midseason, while the medical dramaWatsonhas shifted to debuting its second installment in the fall. The full CBS line-up of new and returning scripted series can be viewed below.
What CBS' Fall Premiere Dates Look Like
Here’s When Your Favorites Will Return
CBS starts things off on Sunday, October 12, with special night premieres ofMatlockseason 2at 8:30 PM andElsbethseason 3 at 9:30 PM. Both dramas later shift to a new day, heading to Thursdays on October 15. There will also be the debut of a new comedy on Monday, October 13, as the new showDMVmakes its first bow.The full line-up can be viewed below, including whenFBIseason 8 returns.
Matlockseason 2 premiere (special night)
8:30 PM
Elsbethseason 3 premiere (special night
9:30 PM
The Neighborhoodseason 8 premiere
8 PM
DMVpremiere (new comedy series)
FBIseason 8
9 PM
10 PM
NCISseason 23
NCIS: Originsseason 2 premiere
NCIS: Sydneyseason 2 premiere
Matlockseason 2 (regular timeslot)
Elsbethseason 3 (regular timeslot)
Trackerseason 3 premiere
Fire Countryseason 4 (regular timeslot)
Friday, Oct. 24
Tuesdays are anchored by theNCISuniverse, with all returning on Tuesday, October 14.It’s a shift from Mondays. The original returns, kicking offNCISseason 23, at 8 PM, followed byNCIS: Originsat 9 PM and ending withNCIS: Sydneyseason 2. Fridays belong toBoston Blueand theFire CountryspinoffSheriff Country, with the CBS half-hour comedies remaining on Thursdays.
Our Take On The CBS Schedule
It Won’t Be Long Now
With the release dates confirmed, it’s just a few more episodes beforeCBSstarts rolling out new episodes of their popular dramas and comedies. It’s a line-up that heavily favors franchises and fresh faces, with something for everyone. It’s proven to work well so far, as the network has hit big with some of its most recent debuts.
