# The Blacklist Returns to Streaming

> James Spader's crime thriller makes streaming comeback after decade-long run.
- Title: The Blacklist Returns to Streaming · Collider | Shortify
- Summary: James Spader's crime thriller makes streaming comeback after decade-long run. The Blacklist, starring James Spader as Raymond Reddington, is returning to…
- Keywords: the blacklist, james spader, raymond reddington, megan boone, nbc, streaming, peacock, netflix, james spader the blacklist, blacklist seasons, blacklist spinoff, blacklist cast
- Source: Collider — https://collider.com/james-spader-the-blacklist-itunes-streaming-success-october-2026
- Author: Denis Kimathi
- Published: 2026-10-12T13:00:12+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: the blacklist, james spader, raymond reddington, megan boone, nbc, streaming, peacock, netflix, james spader the blacklist, blacklist seasons, blacklist spinoff, blacklist cast
## The Blacklist Premiere
The Blacklist began in 2013 with James Spader as Raymond Reddington surrendering to the FBI.
## Initial Success
The show averaged over ten million live viewers and ran for ten seasons across 200 episodes.
## Critical Reception
The Blacklist earned 90 percent on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 80 percent from viewers.
## Series Format
Reddington cooperates with FBI profiler Elizabeth Keen for a decade to bring criminals to justice.
## Streaming Availability
The Blacklist is available on Peacock in the U.S. and Netflix internationally for digital rewatching.
## Current Popularity
The show peaked at number 10 on iTunes globally over the last week.
## Series Conclusion
The Blacklist ended in 2023 after ten seasons and a short-lived spin-off.
## Creator Departure
Showrunner Jon Bokenkamp left after Season 8, shortly after Megan Boone exited.
## Creator's Stance
Bokenkamp said he 'would never say never' to returning for a new Blacklist story.
## Network Interest
NBC and other networks have not expressed interest in rebooting The Blacklist since 2023.
## Streaming Success
The Blacklist remains popular on iTunes with over 10 million global viewers weekly.
## Future Plans
Bokenkamp remains open to a new Blacklist story but no official return has been confirmed.
## Streaming Platforms
The Blacklist is licensed for international streaming on Netflix and available on Peacock in the U.S.
## Conclusion
The Blacklist's streaming success shows its enduring appeal despite the show's conclusion in 2023.
## Key takeaway

The Blacklist, starring James Spader as Raymond Reddington, is returning to streaming platforms after its 2013-2023 run.