Luke Kleintank to Exit FBI: International After Three Seasons

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The “FBI: International” team just got a little smaller.

Luke Kleintank, who has played Scott Forrester in “FBI: International” since its debut, is leaving the crime drama series after three seasons, Variety has confirmed. Kleintank’s last episode airs May 7, while the Season 3 finale drops May 21.

“This decision is driven by my unwavering commitment to my family, whose love and well-being are paramount in my life,” Kleintank said in a statement. “I’m profoundly thankful for the extraordinary cast and crew of the show, who have not only been colleagues but also a family away from home. Their unwavering dedication and remarkable talents have made every moment on set an unforgettable journey that has enriched my life in countless ways. Lastly, I would also like to extend my thanks to the fans who have supported us through the first three seasons.”

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“FBI: International” follows the elite operatives of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s International Fly Team, led by Kleintank’s Scott Forrester. Carter Redwood, Vinessa Vidotto, Christina Wolfe and Eva-Jane Willis also star. Derek Haas, who created the third “FBI” spinoff and served as showrunner for the first two seasons, exited at the end of Season 2. Matt Olmstead is the current showrunner.

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“FBI: International,” along with “FBI” and “FBI: Most Wanted,” was renewed by CBS earlier this month. All three shows, which CBS currently airs together in a Tuesday night programming block, will return for the 2024-2025 broadcast season. The “FBI” franchise hails from Dick Wolf and his Wolf Entertainment banner as well as Universal Television in association with CBS Studios.

Wolf serves as an executive producer on “FBI: International” alongside Olmstead, Michael Katleman, Ernesto Alcalde, Arthur Forney and Peter Jankowski. Per CBS, “FBI: International” is averaging 9.6 million viewers an episode in Live+35 multiplatform ratings.

Deadline was first to report the news about Kleintank’s exit.

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