The Shocking Truth: Why CBS Canceled FBI: Most Wanted After Season 6—And What Happens Next
The news that shocked the Wolf Entertainment universe arrived in March 2025: CBS had pulled the plug on the popular procedural drama, FBI: Most Wanted. After a successful run, the series was abruptly canceled, with the ongoing Season 6 confirmed to be its last. This decision, announced alongside the cancellation of its sister show, FBI: International, marks a major shift for the highly-rated Dick Wolf franchise and leaves the Fugitive Task Force with a finite number of episodes to wrap up their high-stakes cases.
The final episodes of Season 6, which premiered on October 15, 2024, will now serve as the series finale, expected to air in May 2025. Fans are clamoring for a satisfying conclusion to the arcs of Supervisory Special Agent Remy Scott and his team, especially after hints of personal developments, such as Remy and his girlfriend opening a bar.
The Final Fugitive Task Force: Complete Cast Biography Profile
The final season of FBI: Most Wanted features a core team of highly skilled agents. This is a look at the main cast members who will be bringing the series to its dramatic conclusion, fulfilling the story of the Fugitive Task Force as they track down the nation's most notorious criminals.
- Dylan McDermott as Supervisory Special Agent Remy Scott: McDermott, born Mark Anthony McDermott on October 26, 1961, is an American actor known for his versatile career spanning decades. He gained initial fame for his role as lawyer Bobby Donnell on The Practice. Before taking over the lead role on FBI: Most Wanted from Julian McMahon, McDermott starred in the first two seasons of American Horror Story. His estimated net worth is between $12 million and $15 million.
- Roxy Sternberg as Special Agent Sheryll Barnes: Sternberg, a British-Ugandan actress born on April 21, 1989, is known for her role as Barnes, the second-in-command and a former NYPD detective. She currently resides in Brooklyn and has also appeared in the docu-drama The Meeting Place and the series Emerald City.
- Keisha Castle-Hughes as Special Agent Hana Gibson: Castle-Hughes, born March 24, 1990, is a New Zealand actress of Māori and Pākehā descent. She rose to international prominence for her debut performance in the 2002 film Whale Rider, for which she became the youngest Best Actress Oscar nominee at the time. She also played Queen Apailana in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith.
- Edwin Hodge as Special Agent Ray Cannon: Hodge, born Edwin Martel Basil Hodge on January 26, 1985, is an American actor, writer, and producer from North Carolina. He is widely recognized for his recurring role as Dante Bishop in The Purge film series, being the only actor to appear in the first three films. He is the older brother of actor Aldis Hodge.
- Shantel VanSanten as Special Agent Nina Chase: VanSanten, born in Luverne, Minnesota, is an actress and former model. She is well-known for playing Quinn James in the teen drama One Tree Hill and Karen Baldwin in the Apple TV+ series For All Mankind. She joined the FBI franchise in 2022, first appearing on the flagship show before moving to Most Wanted.
The Real Reason Behind the Cancellation: It Was All About Money
The sudden cancellation of both FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International was not a reflection of poor ratings, as both shows had generally performed well for CBS. The true factor, according to CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach, was purely financial and "economic."
The core issue lies in the production ownership. Unlike the flagship series FBI, which is produced by CBS Studios, the two canceled spinoffs were produced externally by Universal Television and Wolf Entertainment. This arrangement meant that CBS had to pay a higher licensing fee to an outside studio for every episode.
In an increasingly competitive and cost-conscious television landscape, networks are prioritizing shows they own entirely, as they control all revenue streams, including syndication and international sales. The decision to cut the two most expensive shows to license, despite their popularity, was a strategic move to optimize the network's financial portfolio for the 2025-2026 season.
What the Cancellation Means for the Future of the FBI Franchise
While the cancellation of two shows in the "FBI" franchise is a significant blow, the universe created by Dick Wolf is far from over. The flagship series, FBI, which stars Missy Peregrym and Zeeko Zaki, remains a powerhouse and has been renewed by CBS.
The network's commitment to the procedural genre is further evidenced by the continued development of a new spinoff: FBI: CIA. This potential new series would expand the franchise's scope, moving from domestic fugitive hunting to international intelligence operations. The cancellation of the two spinoffs may now clear the path for the network to focus its resources on launching and supporting this new venture.
The silver lining for fans of FBI: Most Wanted is that the cancellation was announced early enough for the writers to craft a proper, definitive series finale. This allows for a planned conclusion to the storylines of Remy Scott, Sheryll Barnes, Hana Gibson, and the rest of the team, avoiding the frustrating cliffhangers often associated with sudden show endings.
The legacy of FBI: Most Wanted is its unique focus on the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Fugitive Task Force, showcasing the relentless, mobile, and high-stakes nature of tracking down and capturing the worst of the worst on the Bureau's most wanted list. The show's run, from its premiere in January 2020 to its final episode in May 2025, has solidified its place as a fan-favorite procedural drama.
Key Storylines to Watch in the Final Episodes
As the series races toward its conclusion, several key character arcs are expected to be resolved in the remaining Season 6 episodes. The show has consistently balanced intense case-of-the-week action with deep dives into the agents' personal lives.
One teased storyline involves Supervisory Special Agent Remy Scott and his girlfriend. The possibility of them setting up a bar suggests a potential "happily-ever-after" for the character, a stark contrast to the danger he faces daily. Meanwhile, Special Agent Hana Gibson's journey is also expected to receive a major focus, providing closure for one of the original cast members of the Fugitive Task Force.
The writers have a mandate to provide a satisfying send-off for the entire team, ensuring that their final mission leaves a lasting impact on the *FBI* universe. Fans should prepare for an emotional and action-packed conclusion as the agents face their final, most challenging cases. The end of FBI: Most Wanted marks the end of an era, but the Dick Wolf procedural machine continues to evolve.
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