Jesse Lee Soffer to Star in CBS Drama Strike Force

Jesse Lee Soffer, the actor best known for his role on Chicago P.D., is set to return to network television as the star and executive producer of a new CBS law enforcement drama. The series, currently in development under the working title Strike Force, was announced by CBS on August 12, 2026.

The project reunites Soffer with his frequent collaborator, Matt Olmstead, who will write and executive produce the show. The series is being developed by CBS Studios in association with Jerry Bruckheimer Television, with Jerry Bruckheimer and KristieAnne Reed also serving as executive producers. According to the network, Strike Force is being developed for potential launch during the 2027-2028 broadcast season.

The drama centers on a battle-tested DEA agent, portrayed by Soffer, who returns to his hometown of Kansas City. There, he is tasked with leading a multi-agency strike force dedicated to targeting violent criminals who are attempting to exploit the nation's heartland. The logline describes the protagonist as a seasoned agent confronting new threats in a familiar setting.

This marks the third time Soffer and Olmstead will work together on a series. Their professional relationship...