International after leaving another series “Dick Wolf Universe”

Actor Jesse Lee Soffer explains why he joined FBI: International after leaving Chicago PDdespite both shows being part of the Dick Wolf television universe. Soffer originally played Jay Halstead in Chicago PDalso appearing in a guest role in Chicago Fire, Chicago MedAnd Law & Order: SVU. The actor, who has been on the show since the beginning, left the police force in season 10. However, he will return to the vast television universe as a new character, Agent Wesley "Wes" Mitchell. FBI: International season 4.

Talking to On-screen rantSoffer explained why he decided to join FBI: International like Wes, even though he's gone Chicago PDand Wolf was a creator for both of them. The actor explained how much he enjoys Wolf's showsand the opportunity to work with both him and executive producer Matt Olmstead, who Chicago PDshowrunner until the end season five was the one he couldn't refuse. He expresses excitement about his new character and role in FBI spin off. See what Soffer had to say below:

On-screen rant: Like PD, International is also a Dick Wolf show, what inspired you to stay in the genre but turn down the role of Jay?

Jesse Lee Soffer: Dick Wolf doesn't make bad television. He kind of had the market cornered, and when the opportunity arose, it was obviously Wolf and Matt Olmstead, who wrote the beginning of Chicago PD, who originally served as showrunner for the first five seasons of Chicago PD. Oh, this will be amazing. I'll create a new character with Matt and go to Budapest." There are so many cool things about this concert.

What Soffer's Statement Means for FBI: International Season 4

His character will no doubt be a memorable addition.

Soffer left like Halstead in Chicago PD Season 10, where he decided to leave the military and return to the army, tracking down drug cartel activities in Bolivia. Although the actor has not appeared since his first departure, his presence is still felt: he and Hayley Upton (Tracy Spiridakos) are getting divorced off-screen before the start of season 11.. Although her own departure means Chicago PD In season 12, his presence will no longer be felt so strongly, the actor's new role in the series FBI: International promises a fun return in an unexpected form.

Soffer's Wes will become the new team leader following the departure of Luke Kleintank. FBI: International as Scott Forrester at the end of the third season. It’s unclear how current Fly Team members will react to having a newcomer become their leaderConsidering how excited he is about this new role, this likely means good news for the new head of the team, even if it takes a while for him. fully integrate with everyone else.

Our look at Soffer's return to the Dick Wolf universe in FBI: International

This is a clear sign that the actor likes the creator's shows

Due to the excitement Soffer feels about his new role in FBI: International, we're just as excited to see him return to the Wolf universe. Since Wes will be the new leader of Fly Team, the actor will likely take on the role of the new main character, something everyone will be familiar with. Chicago PD must have fun. While this marks a significant departure from Forrester, it still sounds like a strong choice, especially given the actor's passion for the wider world of the series.