CBS Finales for 2024-2025 Broadcast Season Storylines

SERIES FINALES:

“Herbivore Man” – When an American student and sex worker is murdered in Budapest, similarities to a recent case in Japan lead the Fly Team to partner with detectives from Tokyo, on part one of the two-part series finale of FBI: INTERNATIONAL, Tuesday, May 13 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“Gaijin” – The Fly Team discovers they’re on the trail of a serial killer, taking the investigation, and Mitchell, to Japan to put an end to the international killing spree, on part two of the two-part series finale of FBI: INTERNATIONAL, Tuesday, May 20 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.


“The Circle Game” – The Fugitive Task Force hunts down a rogue government operative planning a domestic terror attack, on the series finale of FBI: MOST WANTED, Tuesday, May 20 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.


Two-Hour Series Finale to Air with Back-to-Back Episodes Beginning at a Special Time

“Ride or Die” – When an auto carrier truck gets hijacked by a high-speed crew, Hondo encounters a ghost from his past – a violent car thief thought to be long-dead. As the brutal road warriors tear across L.A. in pursuit of a mysterious $60 million car, Hondo’s old rivalry reignites, and he’s forced to confront a long-held fear. Also, Gamble is thrust into a personal crisis when her brother, Leon, becomes tangled in the investigation, putting Gamble’s SWAT future in jeopardy, in the first part of the two-hour series finale of S.W.A.T., Friday, May 16 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“Return to Base” – The SWAT team undertakes its final mission when a violent crew of ex-pat Russian mercenaries holds Los Angeles hostage after planting hundreds of hidden explosives across the city in a bid to extort the release of their brutal leader, Dmitri Rykov. When Rykov is brought to SWAT for safekeeping, SWAT HQ comes under attack, forcing Hondo and 20-Squad to fight for their very survival, in the second part of the two-hour series finale of S.W.A.T., Friday, May 16 (10:00-11:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.


SEASON FINALES:

“Tricks of the Trade – Part One” and “Tricks of the Trade – Part Two” – When Sarah’s client is arrested after his business partner is found murdered, Billy attempts to help her handle the case while Matty and Olympia contend with a pressing confidential matter, on a special two-hour first season finale of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, Thursday, April 17 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“Sting in the Tail” – The team races to find a missing stinger missile on the eve of a World War II commemoration ceremony, on the second season finale of NCIS: SYDNEY, Friday, April 25 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Series Creator and Star, Max Thieriot, Directed Part One of the Two-Hour Season Finale

“A Change in the Wind” – When a fire erupts at a gas station, Bode and Manny jump into action to protect the patrons and property, on part one of the two-hour season finale of FIRE COUNTRY, Friday, April 25 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Episode directed by series creator and star, Max Thieriot.

“I’d Do It Again” – Extremely high winds and dangerous conditions push the Zebel Ridge fire into Edgewater, threatening Three Rock and Walter’s care facility, on part two of the two-hour season finale of FIRE COUNTRY, Friday, April 25 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“Magic Shine Again” – Poppa prepares to reveal a big secret to Ivy. Meanwhile, Nina takes over Junior’s short film project, on the first season finale of the CBS Original series POPPA’S HOUSE, Monday, April 28 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“Cecilia” – When the murder of Pedro Hernandez is unearthed, Gibbs (Austin Stowell) faces a reckoning. But when he needs his team most, the loyalty of one is brought into question, on the first season finale of NCIS: ORIGINS, Monday, April 28 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.



“That’s Dad Math” Friday, May 2 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT)
Celebrity guests: Tichina Arnold, Annaleigh Ashford, Mario Cantone, Jo Koy, Vicky Lawrence, Tig Notaro, Russell Peters and Andrew Rannels.

“I’d Lick That Stamp” Friday, May 2 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT)
Celebrity guests: Tiffany Haddish, Justin Long, Marsai Martin, Kevin Nealon, Jimmy O Yang, Dusty Slay, JB Smoove and Casey Wilson.

“I’ve Been in 12 Sandwiches” Friday, May 9 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT)
Celebrity guests: Tichina Arnold, Beth Behrs, Mario Cantone, Pete Holmes, Jo Koy, Tig Notaro, June Diane Raphael and Kristen Schaal.

“Between Two Nuts” Friday, May 9 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT)
Celebrity guests: Luenell, Debi Mazar, Jack McBrayer, Patton Oswalt, Ravi Patel, Mira Sorvino, Michaela Watkins and Reggie Watts.

Randall Park Returns as James Moriarty

“My Life’s Work Part 1” and “My Life’s Work Part 2” – When part of the team falls ill after becoming targets of a sinister plot, it becomes an all-hands-on-deck situation to save them before it’s too late. Meanwhile, Watson announces a new ambitious project that he has been working on, on the two-part season finale of the CBS Original series WATSON, Sunday, May 4 and May 11 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.



“Decisions” – While on a romantic getaway, McCall and Dante are abruptly ambushed by Salazar and his army. Meanwhile, Aunt Vi finally decides to take the next step in her relationship with Captain Curtis, and Dee meets with her favorite author who may be able to help her get into her dream university, on the fifth season finale of the CBS Original series THE EQUALIZER, Sunday, May 4 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.




“Welcome to Pomp and Circumstance” – Tina and Gemma plan a joint graduation party for Malcolm and Grover, on part one of the hour-long seventh season finale of the CBS Original series THE NEIGHBORHOOD, Monday, May 5 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“Welcome to Venice” – The Butlers and Johnsons help Malcolm start a new chapter in a new city that, while just across town, is worlds away from the neighborhood, on part two of the hour-long seventh season finale of the CBS Original series THE NEIGHBORHOOD, Monday, May 5 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

 “Nexus” – As NCIS investigates a dangerous connection between the Nexus cartel and Parker’s longtime nemesis, mob boss Carla Marino, the team uncovers a high-stakes plot involving stolen nuclear material. With time running out, Parker is forced into an uneasy alliance that could determine the fate of the operation – and his own future, on the 22nd season finale of the CBS Original series NCIS, Monday, May 5 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Mary Holland (Patience), Punam Patel (Bela) and Matt Walsh (Elias Woodstone) Return

“The Devil Went Down to Woodstone” – Sam and Jay host a big party for the launch of Sam and Isaac’s vampire book, on the fourth season finale of CBS Original series GHOSTS, Thursday, May 8 (8:31-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.



ELSBETH COMES FACE TO FACE WITH MANY FAMILIAR SUSPECTS, ON THE SEASON TWO FINALE OF “ELSBETH,” THURSDAY, MAY 8

“Ramen Holiday” – When Elsbeth tries to solve a murder, she comes face to face with many familiar suspects, on the season two finale of the CBS Original series ELSBETH, Thursday, May 8 (9:01-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“Elsbeth” Announces Star-Studded Lineup of Returning Guest Stars for S2 Finale, May 8

“Echo Ridge” – Colter returns to Echo Ridge to investigate a diner owner’s disappearance, only to uncover a decades-old kidnapping and a shocking family secret, on the season two finale of the CBS Original series TRACKER, Sunday, May 11 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“We’re in Miami Baby!” – Teams race to Miami where, after nine countries, 18 cities and more than 29,000 miles, one team will be crowned the winners of THE AMAZING RACE and receive the $1 million prize, on the season 37 finale of THE AMAZING RACE, Thursday, May 15 (9:01-10:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.



“Guilt Boots” – Georgie panics when he learns that Jim is considering selling the tire store to his rival, and Mandy’s forced to confront a long-running lie, on part one of the first season finale of GEORGIE & MANDY’S FIRST MARRIAGE, Thursday, May 15 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“Big Decisions” – Tensions rise when Georgie finds out the truth about Mandy’s boss, and Georgie does all he can to buy the tire store before Jim sells it, on part two of the first season finale of GEORGIE & MANDY’S FIRST MARRIAGE, Thursday, May 15 (8:31-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

“A New Day” – After Jubal narrowly escapes a calculated assault on a secret FBI office, the team discovers a rogue terrorist group has infiltrated the FBI. Unsure of who to trust, the team must work in the shadows to unmask the culprits threatening the sanctity of the New York field office, on the seventh season finale of FBI, Tuesday, May 20 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

One castaway will be crowned Sole Survivor and awarded the $1 million prize, on the season 48 finale of SURVIVOR, followed by the After Show hosted by Jeff Probst, Wednesday, May 21 (8:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network