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Wilmer Valderrama as NCIS Special Agent Nicholas "Nick" Torres, Emily Wickersham as NCIS Special Agent Eleanor "Ellie" Bishop, Sean Murray as NCIS Special Agent Timothy McGee, Mark Harmon as NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs | Cory Osborne/CBS via Getty Images
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NCIS (Naval Criminal Investigative Service) is a CBS primetime drama that has been on air since 2003. The series was introduced as a backdoor pilot of the popular series JAG. NCIS follows former Marine gunnery sergeant NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon) and his team of special agents stationed in Washington, D.C. As a team, they track down high-profile criminals and solve crimes involving the Navy or Marine Corps. The highly-rated crime drama has been nominated for three Emmys. In 2009, NCIS: Los Angeles made its debut as a spinoff series starring LL Cool J and Chris O’Donnell, followed by a second spinoff, NCIS: New Orleans, in 2014. The latter concluded in 2021 after seven seasons. The franchise will welcome its third spinoff, NCIS: Hawai’i, in 2021 starring Vanessa Lachey.
- TV Genres: American, Action, Drama, Police Procedural
- Where to Watch NCIS: U.S.-based viewers can watch the show on CBS via Fubo.TV or Paramount Plus. Season 1 through Season 15 are available on Netflix.
- Current NCIS Cast: Mark Harmon, Sean Murray, Wilmer Valderrama, Brian Dietzen, Diona Reasonover, Rocky Carroll, and David McCallum
- NCIS Spinoffs: NCIS: Los Angeles (2009-current); NCIS: New Orleans (2014- 2021); NCIS: Hawai'i (2021-current)
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NCIS: Hawai'i

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Showrunners Address Cliffhanger Series Finale

'NCIS: Hawai'i' showrunners have said that if they'd known the show was going to be canceled, they would have ended things differently in the season 3 finale.

by Megan Elliott

Published on August 4, 2024

2 min read

Four people standing behind a table in a room in 'NCIS: Hawai'i' Season 3 finale

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Series Finale Airs May 6 — See Photos From the Last Episode

The team must track down those responsible for a deadly ambush in the series finale of 'NCIS: Hawai'i.'

by Megan Elliott

Vanessa Lachey holding a bottle of wine in 'NCIS: Hawai'i'

’NCIS: Hawai’i’: What Vanessa Lachey and the Rest of the Cast Have Said About the Show’s Shocking Cancellation

'This business is brutal and makes no sense,' said 'NCIS: Hawai'i' cast member Jason Antoon.

by Megan Elliott

Eric Christian Olsen Reveals What Key Items of Deek’s He Took From the ‘NCIS: LA’ Set

After 14 years of playing Deeks on ‘NCIS: Los Angeles,’ Eric Christian Olsen knew he needed to take some of his characters favorite things.

by Perry Carpenter

Published on May 7, 2023

3 min read

NCIS: Los Angeles star Eric Christian Olsen as LAPD Liaison Marty Deeks

‘NCIS: LA’ Star Eric Christian Olsen Admits He Got Emotional on the Last Day of Filming — ‘I Cried’

‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ will end after the season 14 finale and star Eric Christian Olsen, admitted the last day of filming was emotional.

by Perry Carpenter

Vyto Ruginis as Arkady and Chris O'Donnell as Callen on NCIS: Los Angeles.

‘NCIS: Los Angeles’: Who Plays Arkady?

Arkady Kolcheck is one of NCIS: Los Angeles' most unforgettable characters. Who plays Anna Kolcheck's father? Here's what we know.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Chilling New Evidence Surfaced Regarding Former ‘NCIS’ Star Wanted for Kidnapping

Zoe McLellan hasn't been in the headlines for awhile because she's gone into hiding with her son after claims of abuse by her ex-husband. Now an ex-boyfriend claims she plotted to have her ex husband killed.

by Candace Powell

Published on August 22, 2021

3 min read

Will ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ Star Scott Bakula Guest-Star on ‘NCIS’ or ‘NCIS: Hawai’i’?

Now that 'NCIS: New Orleans' ended, star Scott Bakula has an opening in his schedule. Could he appear on any of the other 'NCIS' shows?

by Candace Powell

Here’s How ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ Bosses Really Wanted the Series to End

'NCIS: New Orleans could've had an entirely different ending. Executive producers Christopher Silber and Jan Nash reveal what they wish would've happened.

by Candace Powell

‘NCIS’: When Exactly Does Gary Cole Join Season 19?

‘NCIS’ season 19 will be a whole new look for the popular CBS drama. Mark Harmon (Leroy Jethro Gibbs) is reportedly taking a reduced role. And veteran actor Gary Cole is one of two new full-time cast members, along with Katrina Law. When exactly will ‘NCIS’ fans meet Cole's character in season 19?

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: Mark Harmon Is Reportedly ‘Not Used to Sharing the Limelight’ — But He Will Have to Amid Season 19 Cast Shake-Up

‘NCIS’ season 19 will see star Mark Harmon's Leroy Jethro Gibbs taking a reduced role. Harmon's transition to part-time comes with a cast shake-up that includes the arrival of TV vet Gary Cole. But according to one insider, Harmon's "not used to sharing the limelight."

by Perry Carpenter

Mark Harmon Can See ‘NCIS’ Going on Without Him

Mark Harmon has been playing Gibbs since 2003. He once said the NCIS team is capable of going on without him.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’ Season 19: Would Pam Dawber Stay On the Show Even After a Mark Harmon Exit?

Mark Harmon’s real-life wife, Pam Dawber, finally joined the cast of ‘NCIS’ during season 18. Her character, Marcie, became an important part of Leroy Jethro Gibbs' storyline after his indefinite suspension. Now, with Harmon’s reduced role on the show, many wonder if Dawber will return in season 19 – especially if he actually leaves the show.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS Hawai’i’: 3 Problems Jane Tennant Will Face

A new Special Agent in Charge is coming to the NCIS universe. Jane Tennant will likely have to face some major challenges.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’ Insider Teases Mark Harmon’s Involvement in the Season 19 Premiere [Photos]

'NCIS' will be back this fall for season 19, but the CBS procedural will look a bit different. Star and executive producer Mark Harmon will be stepping back and taking a reduced role. But new photos from the set tease that Harmon will be involved in the season 19 premiere.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’: Everything We Know About Showrunner Larry Teng

‘NCIS: Hawai'i’ is coming to CBS this fall and will feature a whole new team solving Navy crimes. In the role of showrunner is Larry Teng, who was tasked with directing the pilot. Here's everything we know about Teng, who's history in Hollywood dates back more than two decades.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Showrunner Larry Teng Takes Fans Behind-the-Scenes With 2 ‘Gems’ From the Spinoff

‘NCIS: Hawai'i’ has an experienced production team behind the newest Navy police procedural. Larry Teng joins Christopher Silber, Jan Nash, and Matt Bosack as executive producers on the Aloha State spinoff, but he also went behind the camera to direct the first couple of episodes. Along the way, Teng has shared some behind-the-scenes photos.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Showrunner Offers Up a Major Update on Episodes 1 and 2

Executive Producer Larry Teng is directing the first few episodes of ‘NCIS: Hawai’i’, and the team from the now-cancelled ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ has also moved to the Aloha State as the spinoff's executive producers. The cast and crew started filming last month, and Teng has just offered up a major update on the first two episodes.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: Our Favorite Cast Members Through the Years

NCIS has been going strong since 2003. Unfortunately, many of our favorite characters have left the show. Here’s a look at some of our favorite NCIS cast members through the years. Michael Weatherly Michael Weatherly played Tony DiNozzo. One of Weatherly’s early acting roles was in a 1991 episode of The Cosby Show titled “Theo’s …

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’ Season 18 Episodes Ranked

NCIS Season 18 is over and season 19 will start soon. Here's a look at each episode and how they rank.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’: How the Season 18 Finale Compared With the ‘NCIS’ Season 17 Finale

We'll look at how the NCIS Season 18 finale compares with the NCIs Season 17 fnale.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Is Bringing on the Team From ‘New Orleans’ — Who Are Chris Silber, Jan Nash, and Matt Bosack?

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ is coming to CBS this fall as the third spinoff in the long-running franchise. The flagship series ‘NCIS’ is coming back for season 19, while the first spinoff – ‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ -- is heading into season 13. Now, the canceled NOLA team has made the move to the Aloha State.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: Best Season 18 Episodes

Showbiz Cheat Sheet took a look at some of the best episodes from the season according to IMDb viewer ratings. Here's what we found.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Former ‘NCIS’ Star Pauley Perrette Was Featured in ‘Legally Blonde’ and You Didn’t Even Know It

‘NCIS’ fans know Pauley Perrette for her role as Abby Scuito over 15 seasons – and possibly her dramatic exit in 2018 where she made some pretty shocking accusations against her co-star Mark Harmon. Before landing the role, Perrette had a different life. She was even featured in ‘Legally Blonde’ and you didn't even know it.

by Perry Carpenter

10 TV Shows We Can’t Wait to Return in Fall 2021

Your favorite television shows will be back in no time. We put together a list of 10 TV shows we are looking forward to seeing this year.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS Los Angeles’: Who Was In the Original NCIS: LA Cast?

The NCIS: Los Angeles cast has gone through a lot of changes throughout the years. Here is a rundown of all the original cast members.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’: The Worst Season 18 Episodes

NCIS Season 18 left many viewers dissatisfied. Showbiz Cheat Sheet took a look at some of the worst episodes from the season according to IMDb viewer ratings. Here's what we found.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’: Where Can You Stream Season 18?

After delays and a shortened episode order due to COVID-19, ‘NCIS’ season 18 finally premiered in November 2020. The season saw the ‘indefinite’ suspension of Mark Harmon’s Leroy Jethro Gibbs and ended with a massive explosion. It was a season not to be missed – so where can fans stream season 18 of ‘NCIS.’

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Drops First Look Photos as Executive Producers Spill On the Series Premiere

‘NCIS: Hawai'I’ is the latest spinoff in the world's most-watched TV franchise, and it will debut this fall. Recently, fans got their first look at Vanessa Lachey starring as Special Agent in Charge Jane Tennant. The executive producers have also spilled some details about the series premiere.

by Perry Carpenter

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