Nearly two years after Blue Bloods ended its historic run, Tom Selleck is making a grand return to television. The legendary actor, who played NYPD Commissioner Frank Reagan for 14 seasons, will host, narrate, and executive-produce a new documentary series for the History Channel titled Crime and Justice With Tom Selleck.
The 10-episode series delves into the true stories behind some of the most consequential crimes and investigations in American history. Produced by A+E Factual Studios, the show promises to bring Selleck's gravitas and storytelling charm to real-life cases that shaped the nation's legal system.
A Star-Studded Slate on History Channel
Selleck joins a roster of A-list talent bringing new documentaries to the History Channel this year. Kevin Bacon, Ted Danson, Dolph Lundgren, and Good Morning America co-anchor Robin Roberts are also launching projects, including History's Strange Fortunes, Extraordinary Origins, History's Greatest Machines, and 102 Minutes Inside the Towers. Selleck's series stands out as a natural fit for an actor who spent over a decade embodying law and order on screen.
The Legacy of Blue Bloods
Blue Bloods, created by Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess, aired 293 episodes on CBS from September 2010 to December 2024. The show followed the Reagan family, an Irish-American Catholic clan with deep roots in New York law enforcement. Selleck's Frank Reagan served as NYPD Police Commissioner, a role his father Henry once held. The series became a Friday-night staple and one of modern television's most beloved police procedurals.
Fans of the Reagan family can still catch all 14 seasons on Paramount+. Meanwhile, the spin-off Boston Blue, centered on Donnie Wahlberg's Danny Reagan, premiered in October 2025 and has already been renewed for a second season. The show airs in Blue Bloods' former time slot on CBS.
What to Expect from Selleck's New Series
While premiere dates for Crime and Justice With Tom Selleck have yet to be announced, the series is expected to explore a wide range of cases, from infamous heists to groundbreaking forensic breakthroughs. Selleck's involvement as executive producer ensures a personal touch, blending his iconic screen presence with a passion for justice that defined his Blue Bloods character.
For fans of crime dramas and true crime alike, this series offers a compelling bridge between Selleck's fictional lawman and the real-world stories that continue to fascinate audiences. Stay tuned for updates as the History Channel reveals more details about this and other star-driven documentaries.
