This week marks one of the busiest and most exciting periods for TV fans, with a mix of long-awaited premieres and beloved returns lighting up the small screen — headlined by the debut of Boston Blue and the comeback of Matlock. The highly anticipated Blue Bloods spinoff, Boston Blue, premieres Friday, October 17 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS, bringing Donnie Wahlberg back as Detective Danny Reagan, now stationed in Boston after leaving New York. The new series follows him as he adjusts to a different city, a new department, and a sharp-minded partner, Detective Lena Silver, played by Sonequa Martin-Green. The show promises the same mix of heart, family loyalty, and high-stakes police work that made Blue Bloods a staple, but with a grittier, faster tone and a focus on Boston’s unique atmosphere. Fans can also expect cameos from familiar faces, including a possible appearance from Bridget Moynahan’s Erin Reagan. Meanwhile, Matlock returns for its second season on Sunday, October 12 at 8:30 p.m. ET, with Kathy Bates reprising her role as the brilliant but unconventional defense attorney Madeline “Matty” Matlock. Season two picks up after the dramatic courtroom twist of the first finale, with Matty facing new moral dilemmas, fierce rivals, and emotional reckonings that test both her intellect and her humanity. The CBS legal drama blends sharp writing, wry humor, and Bates’s commanding performance to deliver a smart, nostalgic update on the original classic. Joining these flagship titles are several major returning hits: Elsbeth returns Sunday, October 12 at 9:30 p.m. ET, continuing the quirky, cerebral adventures of the eccentric attorney first introduced in The Good Wife. On Monday, October 13, FBI kicks off its eighth season, promising tense new cases that push the team to their limits. Tuesday, October 14, belongs to the NCIS franchise, as NCIS, NCIS: Origins, and NCIS: Sydney roll out back-to-back new episodes, offering fans an entire night of naval intelligence and undercover intrigue. Later in the week, Ghosts makes its long-awaited return for its fifth season on Thursday, October 16, with the hilarious ensemble cast navigating more supernatural chaos in the haunted B&B. Finally, Friday, October 17 delivers a double feature: Fire Country launches its fourth season, while its spinoff Sheriff Country makes its debut, expanding the shared universe of small-town heroism and redemption. Together, these premieres and returns create a packed schedule that blends nostalgia with fresh energy — a celebration of the enduring storytelling power of network television. Whether you’re in the mood for courtroom drama, cop camaraderie, or heartfelt comedy, this week’s lineup offers something for everyone, reminding viewers why CBS remains the home of dependable, character-driven TV.