FBI: International’s leadership overhaul has undoubtedly changed the series forever, but it could be the secret to FBI: International season 4’s success. Luke Kleintank’s FBI universe exit after season 3 has sent FBI: International in a new direction, and a newer character could be the deciding factor in whether the new era is a hit. It’s rare for new characters to mesh with familiar faces off the bat, but this latest addition could single-handedly breathe new life into FBI: International. In the process, it would bring the show some much-needed stability after so many cast exits.

As the third entry in the well-watched FBI universe, FBI: International hasn’t had the most straightforward run so far due to casting woesthat could harm its future. The good news is that the story has an obvious path ahead if the Dick Wolf show makes the right decisions to secure the future of the Fly Team.

Colin Donnell’s Brian Lange Should Lead FBI: International Season 4

Brian Lange Helped The Team Find Forrester

Colin Donnell tends to pick exciting roles, and Brian Lange was brimming with potential after his two-episode arc in FBI: International season 3. As someone with ties to the FBI’s higher-ups, Brian could help the team out of the stickiest of situations. Plus, because of his connections, he could also usher in new cases. While his return has not been confirmed, Donnell’s Brian is the secret to the show’s future, considering he’s shown to be a natural team leader.

The Fly Team notoriously struggles to trust new people, but every team member knew that Brian meant well when he helped locate their missing team leader, Scott Forrester. Donnell is a talented actor, as evidenced by how he felt like the lead cast member after just two episodes of FBI: International. Bringing him back would also give the show some much-needed consistency.

FBI: International Needs Consistency After Cast Exits

FBI: International Lost Three Series Regulars

A widespread issue across the FBI franchise is the continued cast exits. FBI: International lost two original stars in season 3 alone, with the departures of Katrin Jaeger, Luke Kleintank, and Heida Reed. As a result, FBI: International season 3 went in circles, trying to find its footing due to the absences of Scott Forrester and Jamie Kellett. Adding another team leader wouldn’t be worthwhile because Brian had already struck a chord with the Fly Team and even teased he’d be back at some point.

Donnell’s two-episode arc in FBI: International season 3 seemed like a trial run to see if Brian emerged as a breakout character.

Donnell’s two-episode arc in FBI: International season 3 seemed like a trial run to see if Brian emerged as a breakout character. There’s no telling what’s around the corner for FBI: International, but introducing another fresh face at the beginning of FBI: International season 4 would make it difficult to attach to new characters because the show discards series regulars without a second thought.

If the show doesn’t remedy that issue soon, it could end up needing the same fixes as FBI: Most Wanted, which is practically unwatchable due to casting changes. FBI: International has the potential to have a great season with Donnell if the creatives are interested.

FBI: International season 4 premieres in the fall on CBS.