A long-running tradition of Blue Bloods will continue for the show's final episodes. Blue Bloods season 14 is confirmed to be the show's last. But even as the popular procedural prepares to sign off, with the last episodes starting to roll out Friday, October 18 at 10 PM ET on CBS, the central Reagan family might still have a few surprises.
Previewing the final episodes of Blue Bloods, star Bridget Moynahan told Entertainment Weekly that the CBS show will wrap up with some revelations being unearthed at the Reagan family's last on-screen dinner, which has been a staple of the series. Moynahan, who plays Erin Reagan-Boyle, teased a few surprises at the Reagan family dinner and hinted that not all of them are good. Read the quote below:
“There's some nice revelations in that last episode of season 14 that wrap up at that family dinner. For us to go out on such a special family dinner on our last episode, I think will resonate with the fans. Fans will really get a kick out of some of 'em. And then there might be a surprise that isn't so hopeful.”
The Reagan Family Dinners Are At The Heart Of Blue Bloods
They Have Led To Many Memorable Moments
The family dinners on Blue Bloods have been, at times, the avenue for the series to relax and let off steam away from the more high-pressure storylines typically associated with a police procedural. But they have also allowed the CBS drama to explore some heavy emotional ground. This was the case as far back as Blue Bloods season 1, when Linda was reunited with her family after being kidnapped.
Although there are more sad moments to consider, as was the case when Joe Reagan was murdered late in the first season, there are also monumental occasions. This would call to mind when Henry celebrated his 60th anniversary on the job in season 3, or when everyone attended in uniform during season 2.
With news of a Blue Bloods spinoff in the works, perhaps the next iteration of the show will have its own version of a consistent tradition. But more immediately, for those who have watched and enjoyed the CBS saga for more than a decade, the news means that the Regan family will get to sign off on what might just be the most emotional gathering yet. It promises a lot of nostalgia for a lead cast that includes Tom Selleck, Donnie Wahlberg, Will Estes, Len Cariou, Marisa Ramirez, and Vanessa Ray.
Blue Bloods Season 14 Will End By Staying True To Itself
The Show Will Welcome An Oscar Winner
As it prepares to make an exit, the remainder of Blue Bloods season 14 will welcome two new faces. That includes Mira Sorvino, an Oscar winner for her role in the 1995 film Mighty Aphrodite, who will portray Veronica Radley. As the new Fire Commissioner, it's teased that Veronica can be difficult to persuade when she knows that she has made the right decision. She's also not afraid to be confrontational, butting heads with Mayor Peter Chase and not getting along too well with lead character Frank Reagan, for his efforts to diffuse her conflict with Chase. Sorvino debuts in the episode airing on November 1.
Eight episodes remain for Blue Bloods season 14.
Another new character is set to show up in the premiere episode, as Debi Mazur will play DA Evaline Romano. Also clashing with the powerful Reagan family, Romano will investigate ADA Erin Reagan for alleged misconduct regarding a jury member during an important trial. As is the case with Sorvino's character, it's teased that this new arrival won't be swayed by the power that the Reagan family has built up.
While it seems to be the case that the CBS show will end by interrogating Blue Bloods' cast of characters, there is at least one storyline that audiences can rule out. Longtime executive producer Kevin Wade, who has been showrunner for many seasons, confirmed that Frank Reagan will not be retiring to close out the series. More broadly, as the new cast members suggest, the show will retain its tried and tested formula of pitting characters in opposition to one another and putting a spotlight on the path to a potential resolution.
At a time when media companies are looking to cut costs and focus on tighter budgets, long-running series tend to be among the casualties due to their relatively high costs.
But this latest update from one of the show's stars does hint that there may be heartache ahead at that last family dinner. What form that takes, whether a character death or unexpected illness, will likely play a part in how the last episodes of the show are remembered. That's especially true, as the decision by CBS to cancel Blue Bloods has been controversial. It's still a solid performer, ratings-wise. But at a time when media companies are looking to cut costs and focus on tighter budgets, long-running series tend to be among the casualties due to their relatively high costs.
