‘Boston Blue,’ Donnie Wahlberg’s ‘Blue Bloods’ Spinoff, Sells to 100+ International Markets
‘Boston Blue,’ Donnie Wahlberg’s ‘Blue Bloods’ Spinoff, Sells to 100+ International Markets
Boston Blue, the upcoming spinoff of the long-running CBS drama Blue Bloods, is already proving to be a global draw. The series, led by Donnie Wahlberg, has been sold to more than 100 international markets, signaling strong worldwide demand even ahead of its full rollout.
The show expands the Blue Bloods universe by shifting the focus to Boston, while keeping the franchise’s core themes of family, law enforcement, and moral conflict firmly in place. Wahlberg reprises his role as Detective Danny Reagan, bringing a familiar face to the new setting and helping anchor the spinoff for longtime fans of the original series.
International distributors have responded positively to the combination of an established franchise, a recognizable lead, and a fresh city backdrop. Industry sources point to Blue Bloods’ consistent global performance over its many seasons as a key factor in driving early sales for Boston Blue.
With strong international backing already secured, Boston Blue is shaping up to be one of the most successful franchise expansions in recent television history, reinforcing the enduring global appeal of character-driven procedural dramas.
