The new CBS drama CIA is now officially on the air, bringing together Tom Ellis and Nick Gehlfuss as an unlikely team working to stop threats on American soil. The show, which is part of Dick Wolf’s successful FBI franchise, premiered on February 23, 2026, and has already set a clear pattern for how new episodes will roll out. Viewers who tuned in for the pilot are now looking ahead to what comes next, including Episode 6.
How the Release Schedule Works
CIA follows a straightforward weekly release plan. New episodes air every Monday night on CBS in the United States. The show holds the 10:00 PM Eastern Time slot, which puts it right after a new episode of the original FBI series that starts at 9:00 PM ET.
For streaming, Paramount+ carries the show. Episodes typically become available on the platform the day after they air on CBS. So if you miss the Monday broadcast, you can watch it on Tuesday through the streaming service.
The first season is set for 10 episodes. With the show airing weekly without scheduled breaks, Episode 6 will follow this same pattern, arriving roughly six weeks after the premiere.
Episode 6 Airing and Streaming Details
Based on the established schedule, Episode 6 of CIA will air on CBS on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET. For viewers who stream, it will be available on Paramount+ starting Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Broadcast and Streaming Options:
- CBS Broadcast: Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET
- Paramount+ Streaming: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (available after midnight ET)
- Digital Purchase: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Vudu
The show follows a consistent rhythm. Episode 1 aired February 23, Episode 2 on March 2, Episode 3 on March 9, Episode 4 on March 16, Episode 5 on March 23, and Episode 6 on March 30. This pattern continues through the rest of the 10-episode season.
Watching From Outside the United States
International viewers have a few options for keeping up with CIA. The show has not yet announced simultaneous global release dates, but the FBI franchise typically reaches international audiences through local broadcasters.
In Canada, the show is expected to be available on Global TV, which carries other CBS programming. Australian viewers will likely find it on Network 10 or Paramount+ Australia. For UK audiences, Sky and NOW have been the usual homes for the FBI shows, though a specific date for CIA has not been confirmed.
Paramount+ operates in many countries, and the show may appear on the service in those regions shortly after the US broadcast. Checking the local Paramount+ catalog is a good way to see if the show is available.
What to Expect From Episode 6
The series follows Colin Glass (Tom Ellis), a CIA case officer who prefers working outside the rules, and Bill Goodman (Nick Gehlfuss), an FBI agent who believes in following procedure. The two are forced to work together out of the CIA’s New York station, and their different methods often create conflict.
The pilot introduced the pair as they investigated a stolen weapon. Episode 2, titled “Fatal Defect,” followed them tracking a smuggler. The season continues with standalone cases each week, while also building the relationship between the two lead characters.
Tom Ellis described the show’s approach in a recent interview:
“CIA is just one big lie.”
He explained that the series moves quickly, with action starting from the first scene and continuing throughout each episode.
The Cast and Crossover Connections
The main cast includes Necar Zadegan as Nikki Reynard, the Deputy Chief of Station who oversees the team, and Natalee Linez as Gina Gosian, a CIA analyst who supports field operations.
Because CIA exists within the larger FBI universe, viewers can expect crossover appearances. The premiere featured Jeremy Sisto as his FBI character Jubal Valentine. Similar connections may appear in future episodes, including Episode 6.
The show’s production faced changes before reaching the screen. It was originally planned as a backdoor pilot within FBI but was ordered straight-to-series in April 2025. Showrunner duties eventually settled with Mike Weiss, who also runs the original FBI series, helping keep the shows connected.
For viewers who want to watch every episode, the Monday night CBS broadcast and the Tuesday Paramount+ streaming option cover all bases. The show is also available for digital purchase on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu, typically the day after the CBS broadcast.
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