Tom Selleck Sets His First Scripted TV Role Since Blue Bloods — With a Familiar Costar

Nearly two years after Frank Reagan sat down for his final Sunday dinner, Tom Selleck is officially heading back to television.

The 81-year-old actor has signed on to guest-star in a new, untitled comedy series on Apple TV starring Elizabeth Banks, according to Deadline. Even more exciting for longtime fans: the role reunites Selleck with Ted Danson nearly 40 years after they made comedy history together.

A Three Men and a Baby Reunion

Selleck and Danson first teamed up back in 1987 for the smash hit Three Men and a Baby, followed by the 1990 sequel Three Men and a Little Lady.

While Apple TV is keeping details about Selleck’s new character under wraps, seeing the two stars back on screen together is a huge draw for fans. (There’s no word yet on whether the third member of their original baby-sitting trio, Steve Guttenberg, might pop up too!)

What Is the New Series About?

The half-hour comedy stars Elizabeth Banks as Heidi, a woman trying to rebuild her life after a messy divorce. Her plans get derailed when she finds herself tangled up in the chaotic romantic drama at her father's retirement community. Danson will play her father.

The show boasts a star-studded cast that also includes Rob Delaney, Katey Sagal, Jared Goldstein, Spencer Moss, and recurring appearances from Simu Liu and Michelle Buteau.

Apple TV hasn't announced the official title or release date just yet.

A Fresh Chapter After Blue Bloods

This guest role marks a big change of pace for Selleck. He spent 14 seasons playing New York City Police Commissioner Frank Reagan on CBS before Blue Bloods ended its run in December 2024.

Selleck was open about not wanting the drama to end. During an appearance on Danson’s podcast, Where Everybody Knows Your Name, he shared that the cast had even agreed to a 25% pay cut to keep the show going, calling the network's cancellation "very frustrating."

While CBS is continuing the franchise with the Boston Blue spinoff starring Donnie Wahlberg, Selleck isn't expected to put the badge back on. Instead, he’s leaving the commissioner's desk behind, diving back into comedy, and sharing a set with an old friend.