Blue Bloods, the NYC police drama, almost filmed in Toronto but stayed in NYC due to negotiations. Despite low social media presence, it ranked 10th most-viewed in the 2015-16 season. Former NYPD detective James Nuciforo ensures script authenticity. Commissioner Reagan’s house is a real Brooklyn home. Tom Selleck’s iconic mustache survived potential removal in the first season. Donnie Wahlberg, aka Danny Reagan, nods to his boy band past in episodes. Real-life brothers Tony and Andrew Tarsitano play Detective Danny Reagan’s sons. Jennifer Esposito’s firing amid illness-related allegations was a Season 3 controversy. Creators Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess previously worked on The Sopranos. As Blue Bloods continues to captivate, these details add intrigue to the beloved police drama.