A new update on Luke Kleintank left FBI: International, with his character, Scott Forrester, written off as being with his mother in Russia, the pair later fleeing to Alaska, her fugitive status making it impossible for the Fly Team's leader to return. While the rest of the remaining team are expected to come back in season 4, it wasn't clear if Forrester's trusted Giant Schnauzer sidekick, Tank (Green), would also leave with his friend.
Now, TVLine reporter Matt Webb Mitovich has confirmed Tank will be coming back in FBI: International season 4, the fan-favorite character having not departed alongside Forrester. Mitovich confirmed Tank will make his return in season 4, episode 2, though no details have been revealed about how the Giant Schnauzer will come back. However, it's clear his place on the team hasn't changed, even if his de facto owner is no longer part of the group.
What Tank's Return Means For FBI: International Season 4
The Team's Secret Weapon Remains In Play
Tank has always played a ing role on the Fly Team, a former FBI cadaver dog that was almost slated for retirement before Forrester took him in. Since then, he's been a major part of the team, brought along for a multitude of missions and quickly becoming a favorite among audience . However, he was often seen with the team leader, leading to concern that he too would be written out of the show once his owner was out of the picture. Luckily, that doesn't appear to be the case.
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Even though Tank will continue to be part of the Fly Team, FBI: International season 4 will be introducing Wes Mitchell (Jesse Lee Soffer) as the team's new Supervisory Special Agent. This could mean the Giant Schnauzer will fall under new ownership, potentially needing time to get used to new leadership just like everyone else on the Fly Team. However, given how classic a team member he's become, the trusted sidekick will likely bring plenty of loyalty to the table as the team continues their missions without Forrester.
Our Take On Tank's Return In FBI: International Season 4
It Wouldn't Feel The Same Without Him
Although Forrester being gone will be difficult for the team moving forward, Tank coming back is a good sign that not everything will feel different once season 4 begins. Even though FBI: International has been through plenty of losses, such as Heida Reed departing as Jamie Kellett at the start of season 3, Tank still being around means the show still has some familiarity remaining. While it's unclear what he'll do in the forthcoming episodes, his arrival in season 4, episode 2 is a much-anticipated return of an important team member.
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S2.E20 |
A Tradition of Secrets |
8.2 |
S2.E11 |
Someone She Knew |
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S3.E7 |
Andiamo! |
8.1 |
S3.E10 |
Red Light |
8.1 |
S3.E13 |
Tuxhorn |
8.1 |
While it's unclear how his return will play out, Tank's instinctual reaction to Mitchell being the team's new leader could be what makes or breaks first impressions for the rest of the characters. FBI International's Forrester replacement could be his new caretaker as well, meaning there needs to be a high level of trust built between the pair. Perhaps season 4, episode 2 can offer some of the building blocks for that relationship, giving the dog a more focused storyline because of the changes he'll inevitably have to endure as well.
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There's also the possibility that Tank ends up taken under the wing of an established Fly Team member, like Andre Raines (Carter Redwood) or Cameron Vo (Vinessa Vidotto). This could give him a new role on the team aside from being the Supervisory Special Agent's companion, making it so he's attached to someone well-established in the series. It could also mean Mitchell has to build trust throughout the season before the Giant Schnauzer is allowed under his care by the rest of the group.
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It's Unclear How Season 4 Will Play Out
Tank's return accompanies those of other familiar agents, like Andre, Cameron, Smitty (Eva-Jane Willis), and Amanda (Christina Wolfe). Lee Soffer's role may be new in the season, but he's no stranger to Dick Wolf productions, having portrayed Jay Halstead in Chicago P.D. While One Chicago shared universe, which includes all CBS' FBI shows and Law & Order.
Given FBI: International's high quality within the franchise, keeping familiar characters like Tank around helps make it feel familiar
As for Tank, this likely means more features in FBI: International's high quality within the franchise, keeping familiar characters like Tank around helps make it feel familiar, even as a revolving door of cast come and go from the Fly Team.
FBI: International returns Tuesday, October 15 on CBS.
Lee Soffer's introduction might shake things up for the team, but the reactions of familiar characters, like the Giant Schnauzer, will be important attributes of this new change. Although it's unclear how season 4 will play out, the show's strengths are perfectly encapsulated in the familiar elements that are still around.
Source: TVLine
FBI: International
- Release Date
- 2021 - 2025-00-00
- Network
- CBS
- Writers
- Dick Wolf, Derek Haas
Cast
Carter RedwoodAndre Raines
Vinessa VidottoCameron Vo
WHERE TO WATCH
FBI: International follows the elite agents of the FBI's International Fly Team as they travel globally to protect Americans. The series focuses on their complex missions, navigating international law, and challenges posed by various jurisdictions, demonstrating the high-stakes nature of their work.
- Seasons
- 4
- Creator(s)
- Dick Wolf, Derek Haas
- Where To Watch
- Paramount Plus
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