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Boston Blue season 2 won't just continue the story begun with 2025's Boston Blue season 1 - it's the next chapter in a cop drama that's been a staple of CBS TV ever since 201. But when will Boston Blue season 2 episodes come out, and where will fans be able to stream them? That's exactly what Popverse's guide to Boston Blue season 2 is here to answer. 

Before you continue, a quick spoiler warning: some of the internet's questions about Boston Blue season deal directly with plot points from the previous season. So while we won't try to reveal those plot points without cause, consider this a spoiler warning for Boston Blue season 1.

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #1: What is the Boston Blue season 2 release date?

Boston Blue's season 2's release date is October 9, 2026. If you'll recall, the end of Boston Blue's debut season wrapped up raised the stakes for the show's leads, Detectives Danny Reagan (Donnie Wahlberg) and Lena Silver (Sonequa Martin-Green). Specifically, a special election for the District Attorney promises to weigh heavily on Boston Blue's season 2.

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #2: Is Boston Blue a continuation of Blue Bloods?

Yes. Boston Blue picks up about a year after the Blue Bloods season 14 finale, which wrapped the long-running cop show on CBS. As the name implies, the show also moves the focus to Boston, whereas its parent series was set in New York City.

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #3: What time do Boston Blue episodes come out?

Boston Blue season 2 episodes will air on CBS at 10PM EST, the same time as Boston Blue season 1.

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #4: Where can I watch Boston Blue?

Boston Blue season 2 will stream on Paramount+, and as we mentioned just a moment ago, will air on TV on CBS. 

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #5: Is there a season 3 of Boston Blue?

Not yet. As of this writing Boston Blue season 3 has not been confirmed by CBS or Paramount. It's possible, of course, especially since Boston Blue season 2 was greenlit just six episodes into season 1. Popverse will let you know if and when that announcement happens.

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #6: How many episodes are there of Boston Blue?

There are 20 episodes of Boston Blue season 1, which currently is the only season in existence. CBS has not announced an episode count for Boston Blue season 2.

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #7: How is Boston Blue doing in the ratings?

Boston Blue season 1 debuted with a viewership of 8.9M viewers, according to TVInsider. Some critics attribute this to the love love parent series Blue Bloods garnered in viewers. Writing for Entertainment Weekly, Kristen Baldwin said the show was "A little kinder and gentler," that its predecessor, "But fully capable of getting the job done."

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #8: Is Tom Selleck in Boston Blue?

No. Boston Blue season 1 did not feature Tom Selleck, and there has been no announcement indicating that his character Frank Reagan will appear in Blue Bloods season 2. Speaking to Hour Detroit, Selleck said:

"I don’t know if I would do Boston Blue — that’s another show. I think it’s partly my lot in life to make sure Blue Bloods has its place in television history, but I don’t think it’s my lot in life to keep playing Frank Reagan."

Boston Blue Season 2 FAQ #9: Is there a Boston Blue season 2 trailer?

Not yet. CBS has not dropped a Boston Blue season 2 trailer as of this writing, but keep an eye out for it on this page as soon as they do.

This isn't the first time we've gotten into Reagan family drama - Popverse's Blue Bloods watch order should be proof enough.