Who Should Make the Jump from Blue Bloods to Boston Blue?
Who Should Make the Jump from Blue Bloods to Boston Blue?
As Blue Bloods comes to an end, Boston Blue has a rare opportunity: keep the spirit of the original series while starting something new. The key isn’t bringing everyone along—it’s choosing the right characters whose stories still have room to grow and who make sense in a new city.
Here are the characters who should make the move.
Danny Reagan feels almost essential. His hard-edged detective style, emotional depth, and willingness to bend rules for the right reasons would fit naturally into Boston’s tougher, more insular policing culture. Removing him from the Reagan family bubble would raise the stakes and allow the character to evolve in meaningful ways.
Jamie Reagan also deserves a fresh start. His journey from idealistic rookie to thoughtful leader makes him perfect for a transfer that forces him to stand on his own. In Boston, Jamie could grapple with leadership, reform, and moral compromise without the automatic weight of the Reagan name behind him.
Eddie Janko-Reagan should come with him. Eddie brings empathy, intelligence, and a modern perspective on policing that aligns well with where a new series should go. Whether working investigations or a specialized unit, she would help Boston Blue feel current and grounded.
Anthony Abetemarco would be an excellent supporting carryover. Smart, loyal, and quietly effective, he adds continuity without overpowering the new cast. His presence would reward longtime fans while still letting the show build a new identity.
Not everyone should move, though. Leaving behind characters like Frank Reagan helps Boston Blue avoid feeling like a relocation instead of a reinvention. The show works best as a next chapter, not a sequel in disguise.
In the end, Boston Blue should honor Blue Bloods by carrying forward its strongest characters—while giving them new challenges, new relationships, and a city that doesn’t play by the same rules.
