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Fans of The Blacklist were shocked to learn that star Megan Boone and creator Jon Bokenkamp won’t be returning for season 9. There’s plenty of questions remaining about the future of the show. The Blacklist Season 9 Episode 5 left off with the lives of the FBI task force in turmoil. Unfortunately, it looks like fans have a while to wait to find out what happens next.

Amir Arison as Aram Mojtabai, Harry Lennix as Harold Cooper, Hisham Tawfiq as Dembe Zuma walking next to each other in The Blacklist Season 9.
Amir Arison as Aram Mojtabai, Harry Lennix as Harold Cooper, and Hisham Tawfiq as Dembe Zuma in ‘The Blacklist’ Season 9 | Will Hart/NBC

Is there a new episode of ‘The Blacklist’ on tonight Nov. 25?

Fans can typically expect new episodes of The Blacklist on Thursdays at 8 p.m. EST on NBC. However, the show is now on a break for the holidays. Episode 5 premiered on Nov. 18. Cooper is still trying to unravel a dark mystery involving the murder of his wife’s ex-lover. Park breaks down in front of Ressler and Dembe and Red are dealing with tensions in their relationship.

It will be a few more weeks before fans can find out what happens next to their favorite characters. The Blacklist Season 9 will return on Dec. 9 with episode 6, “Dr. Roberta Sand, Ph.D.”

Diany Rodriguez as Weecha Xiu and James Spader as Red in The Blacklist Season 9. Weecha stands behind Red, who is wearing a dark coat and hat.
Diany Rodriguez as Weecha Xiu and James Spader as Red | Will Hart/NBC

What we know about Season 9 Episode 6

It’s hard not to notice that NBC has released very few promos for The Blacklist Season 9. The episode title hints that an intelligent female blacklister will be the FBI’s new target, but there’s really not much else that can be said. The Blacklist‘s official Twitter doesn’t have much information either.

However, fans can definitely expect a new criminal to emerge. Episode 6 will also likely continue the storyline of Cooper’s mysterious memory loss, and the death of his former neighbor.

There are already mixed feelings surrounding the new season of The Blacklist. Some fans are enjoying Red’s first season without Liz. However, things are still awkward between Red and Dembe. Red has a new bodyguard and Dembe joined the FBI, which has certainly ruffled some feathers. However, it’s possible that future episodes of The Blacklist Season 9 will resolve the conflict between them.

Hisham Tawfiq as Dembe Zuma and James Spader as Red in 'The Blacklist' Season 9 Episode 5. Dembe sits and Red stands in front of him.
Hisham Tawfiq as Dembe Zuma and James Spader as Red in ‘The Blacklist’ Season 9 | Will Hart/NBC
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Is anyone leaving ‘The Blacklist’ cast?

With all the changes surrounding The Blacklist, many fans are worried that their favorite characters might leave the show. Luckily, it seems like what’s left of the original cast of The Blacklist will stick around. Hisham Tawfiq, Amir Arison, Diego Klattenhoff, Harry Lennix, and James Spader definitely seem in it for the long haul.

NBC has not yet confirmed whether the series will be renewed for season 10. The series has enjoyed consistently decent ratings and a devoted fan base since the beginning. Still, after the exit of Boone and Bokenkamp from the series, it’s not certain how long The Blacklist can continue. Fans will have to keep an eye out to see what’s next for the show.

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