‘FBI’ Is Back Tonight With Action-Packed Episode and ‘CIA’ Series Premiere: Where and When To Watch
Plus, learn more about the series premiere of the 'FBI' spinoff, 'CIA' and see a sneak peek!
It’s been over a month since your favorite FBI agents last graced your screen—but tonight, they’re back. Agents Maggie Bell (Missy Peregrym), “OA” Zidan (Zeeko Zaki), and Stuart Scola (John Boyd) return to duty after December’s explosive two-part finale, picking up the story exactly where it left off.
Read on for a refresher on the December finale, details on tonight’s episode, and how to watch. Plus, learn more about the upcoming series premiere of CIA and when it debuts.
What happened in the winter finale?
With FBI off the air since mid-December, a quick refresher may be in order. The two-part winter finale, which aired on December 15, 2025, put the team through one of its most intense tests yet.
The story began with what appeared to be a straightforward murder investigation, but a shocking twist quickly raised the stakes, putting all of New York City at risk. In part two, a massive explosion left everyone in danger and disrupted cell service, internet access and emergency systems citywide.
What is tonight’s episode about?
As FBI heads into the second half of its eighth season, the series welcomes back guest star Special Agent Nina Chase (Shantel VanSanten). Viewers may remember that Nina shares a son with Special Agent Stuart Scola.
While Nina has popped up in several episodes over the years, she typically works in a different department. Tonight, however, she returns for a special appearance that brings her back into the team’s orbit.
Season 8, Episode 11 is titled “Confetti” and an official synopsis for the episode reads: “When an undercover operation being led by Special Agent Nina Chase goes sideways, the team works together to flip their only witness to help them hunt down a rip crew at a cartel wedding. The aftermath leads Nina and Scola to realize they are ready to tie the knot.”
While fans of FBI are gearing up for the new episode tonight, they can also get ready for the premiere of its new spinoff, CIA. Starring Tom Ellis and Nick Gehlfuss, CIA is about to become your newest obsession.
The plot for the CIA series premiere, titled “Directed Energy,” reads: “When a top-secret weapon is stolen in broad daylight from a U.S. defense contractor, CIA agent Colin Glass is paired with FBI agent Bill Goodman to investigate. Their new partnership gets off to a rocky start, but they soon realize their opposing viewpoints may be their greatest asset.”
Tom Ellis, who stars as CIA agent Colin Glass, shared a sneak peek of tonight’s episode on Instagram, which you can watch here!
He added the caption, “It’s CIA premiere day!!!!!! Here’s a brief peek from Tonight’s Premiere episode of #CIACBS. Can’t wait for you to meet Colin Glass and his CIA colleagues as they introduce FBI agent Bill Goodman into the world of spy craft, where nothing is ever quite what it seems. Premieres tonight 10/9 c on @cbstv @wolfentertainment”
How to watch ‘FBI’ and ‘CIA’
FBI Mondays are back and you can start watching in just a few hours. Be sure to tune into FBI tonight on CBS at 9 PM ET/PT.
As for the series premiere of CIA, you can watch it directly after FBI at 10 PM tonight. Both episodes will be available for streaming starting tomorrow on Paramount+!
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