Blue Bloods is ending in December 2024, but there are several potential spinoff ideas that would allow the show to live on. The Tom Selleck-led police procedural is still one of CBS’ highest-rated shows despite its cancelation because of its unique blend of family and police drama. For the past fourteen seasons, Blue Bloods has attracted a dedicated fan base through stories that emphasize the characters’ family ties, Catholic faith, and support of police as an institution, and the news of its cancelation has been met with fan-led protests to save Blue Bloods.

Those fans who are not ready to say goodbye have been joined by many of the actors, notably Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg, but CBS confirmed that Blue Bloods has been canceled when it shared its 2024-25 schedule. There is a slim hope that CBS will change its mind, but it is likely that the series will end as planned. However, Blue Bloods could still live on in a different manner if CBS authorizes a spinoff. Here are ten ideas for spinoffs that could keep Blue Bloods‘ legacy intact after the series airs its final episode.

10.A Blue Bloods Prequel About Frank’s Earlier Life

This Idea Would Preserve the Focus on Family Values

8.A Next-Generation Series Starring Sean

Sean Could Become a Cop and Continue Many Blue Bloods Traditions

6.Blue Bloods’ Maria Baez Gets Her Own Show

Danny’s Partner Isn’t Featured Enough in Blue Bloods Season 14

Maria Baez is in the background far too often on Blue Bloods. Her closeness to Danny has led to a certain segment of the fanbase hoping for these two to get together romantically, but during season 14 she has made fewer appearances than in the past. Her home life after adopting a baby is also rarely featured, other than twice when Danny had to protect her from a perp she put away who was seeking revenge after release from jail. Baez is an interesting character who has been underdeveloped, making her a perfect choice to lead a spinoff.

Creating a spinoff focused primarily on Baez’s life would fill in some blanks about her life outside of being Danny’s partner. She could still go to work with Danny, which would keep one original Blue Bloods character in the new spinoff, while also having to balance her work obligations with Elana’s needs and with whatever else is going on in her personal life. This spinoff could also continue the will-they-wont-they nature of her relationship with Danny or develop their relationship further if they get together before Blue Bloods ends.

5.A Spinoff Featuring Abigail and Her Family

Abigail Baker Has Gone From Minor Character to Trusted Member of Frank’s Team

Will Hochman only appears occasionally on Blue Bloods due to other commitments, so this issue would have to be solved unless the producers recast the role for a spinoff.

3.Erin and Jack On Opposite Sides of A Legal Drama

Erin’s Ex-Husband Is a Defense Attorney, Leading to Some Interesting Stories

Erin Reagan can be a prickly character, which makes it more difficult to generate interest in a spinoff focused on her. However, her relationship with Jack Boyle could make for some interesting legal drama. This idea would put a new twist on Blue Bloods, as Erin is the only attorney is a family of cops. Rather than being a police/family drama, her series could be a legal drama with some family elements. Erin and Jack’s relationship could be a subplot, with the underlying tension asking the question of whether the two will rekindle a romance outside of the courtroom.

The premise of this spinoff would be that Erin has to put her conflicting feelings about her ex-husband aside to try cases against him or others in his defense firm. The spinoff could also feature occasional cameos by the Reagans, particularly if Danny or Jamie is eager for her to prosecute a case, and Anthony could continue to work as her lead investigator. This spinoff would tell similar stories to Blue Bloods but from a legal perspective rather than a law enforcement perspective.

2.Danny Gets His Own Show

Frank’s Son Could Continue Working Cases While Pursuing Romance and Dealing With an Empty Nest

Danny (Donnie Wahlberg) is at an interesting place in his life. When the series began, he was a married cop with two young children. His wife, Linda, passed away between seasons 7 and 8, and now one of his sons is away at college while the other is still in the area but is soon to graduate and begin adult life. Danny is therefore soon to be dealing with an empty nest, which could make for an interesting spinoff.

This spinoff would focus on Danny both as a cop and as a man who is adjusting to the change in his family circumstances. Danny could explore dating again after Linda’s death while continuing to work homicides. He could also consider what his next career move should be. Frank and Henry (Len Cariou) could be occasional visitors to the series who offer advice and support as Danny tries to figure out his next chapter. This spinoff would tell a compelling story and allow Wahlberg to continue playing Danny Reagan for years to come.

1.A Blue Bloods Spinoff Featuring the Same Premise But A Different Family

An All-New Cast Could Save Costs While Maintaining Family Values

The basic premise of Blue Bloods could easily transfer to a new show featuring a different cop family. This family could also have a tradition of new generations joining the force but eliminate the idea of the commissioner being part of the family. Frank could still be the commissioner, while this other family has to deal with his decisions. This show would be tangentially related to Blue Bloods and would keep the family values and respect for law enforcement aspects of the original series alive.

A sister series like this might upset those Blue Bloods fans who want more of the Reagans, but since it would keep the show’s basic themes intact, it could become popular in its own right. It also would provide a fresh perspective. This spinoff could focus on a rank-and-file family whose livelihoods are affected by the decisions Frank makes, which would provide a counterpoint to Frank’s point of view from the original series.