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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

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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

Who Is ‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ star Noah Mills?

Find out more about NCIS: Hawai'i star Noah Mills.

by Sheiresa Ngo

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‘NCIS’: All the Characters We Lost In Season 18

NCIS Season 18 had shocking deaths and exits.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’: Emily Wickersham Was ‘Intimidated’ to Replace Cote de Pablo — ‘Obviously, Everyone Loved Ziva’

‘NCIS’ fans first met Emily Wickersham's Agent Eleanor Bishop during season 11. The character was introduced just a few episodes after the exit of fan favorite Ziva David, played by Cote de Pablo. Wickersham admits, she was "intimated" to replace such a popular and well-loved character.

by Perry Carpenter

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‘NCIS’: Katrina Law Officially Joins the NCIS Cast: What Is the Actor Known For?

NCIS welcomes Katrina Law to the cast.

by Sheiresa Ngo

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‘NCIS’: Gary Cole Officially Joins the ‘NCIS’ Cast:What Is the Actor Known For?

Gary Cole joins the NCIS cast.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’: Will Mark Harmon’s Real-Life Wife Pam Dawber Return for Season 19 Too?

'NCIS' introduced fans to the character of investigative journalist Marcie Warren during the final episodes of season 18. Played by Mark Harmon's (Gibbs) real-life wife Pam Dawber. The season ended in the middle of their serial killer storyline, so, does this mean Dawber will return for season 19 along with her husband?

by Perry Carpenter

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‘NCIS’: Mark Harmon Will Reportedly Have a Limited Role in Season 19

Mark Harmon's appearances on NCIS will reportedly be reduced.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’ Is Reportedly Making a Major Casting Move Which Could Mean Less Mark Harmon in Season 19

'NCIS' scored a renewal from CBS for season 19 back in April. But it reportedly took Mark Harmon (Leroy Jethro Gibbs) to save the series from cancelation. Harmon agreed to return for another season despite being "ready to leave." But there's no guarantee he'll be back full-time.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’ Season 19: Fans Think This Is the 1 Clue That Cote de Pablo Will Return as Ziva David

'NCIS' ended season 18 with an explosive finale that left fans with a lot of questions. The final moments saw Mark Harmon’s Gibbs driving into the sunset on his boat, Rule 91, when it exploded. However, some fans believe that this new storyline will lead to the return of Cote de Pablo as Ziva David.

by Perry Carpenter

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‘NCIS: Hawai’i’: Will Renée Felice Smith Be on the Show?

Here's what Renee Felice Smith had to say about NCIS: Hawai'i.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ EP Larry Teng Knows He Has a Responsibility to Make Sure the Hawaiian Community is ‘Represented Properly’

‘NCIS: Hawai'i’ has officially started filming on the island of Oahu. Larry Teng is in the director's chair for the pilot episode and is also serving as the spinoff's executive producer. Going into this new series, Teng knows he has a big responsibility. He must make sure that the Hawaiian community is ‘represented properly.’

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: What Did Tony Whisper in Ziva’s Ear?

‘NCIS’ fans will never forget the slow burn romance between Ziva David (Cote de Pablo) and Tony DiNozzo (Michael Weatherly). For eight seasons, the will they/won't they tension kept building. One of the most memorable was an airport goodbye, where Tony whispered something special in Ziva's ear.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Is Officially Underway After a Traditional Blessing — Everything We Know About the Pilot

‘NCIS: Hawai'i’ is finishing up pre-production on the island of Oahu and has started to film. But, only after a traditional Hawaiian blessing took place. The first filming locations have been revealed, plus director Larry Teng has been open about understanding his responsibility to the Hawaiian community.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Showrunners on Potential Crossovers — ‘Never Say Never’

‘NCIS: Hawai'i’ is the latest spin-off in the popular ‘NCIS’ franchise, and it will premiere this fall on CBS. Executive producers Christopher Silber and Jan Nash have transitioned from the now-canceled 'NCIS: New Orleans' to the new Aloha State spin-off. Will it feature crossovers like the other series in the franchise? According to Silber and Nash, there's a chance.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’ Season 19: What We’re Hoping Will Happen

This is what we hope will happen during NCIS Season 19.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’ Season 19: Everything We Know So Far

‘NCIS’ season 18 had a shocking finale with a major cliffhanger that left fans wondering what's next. Agent Bishop went on an undercover mission and left the team. Then, Gibbs' boat exploded in the final seconds, without any hint as to who is responsible. So, what will happen when ‘NCIS’ returns for season 19?

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: Fans’ Favorite Plot Twists Include the Best Way to Hide Stolen Money

Learn which plot twist 'NCIS' fans adore.

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Will Mark Harmon’s Agent Gibbs Appear on ‘NCIS: Hawai’i’?

Mark Harmon was rumored to be done with 'NCIS' after 18 seasons and 400+ episodes of playing Leroy Jethro Gibbs. But the 69-year-old actor decided to sign on for another season, so CBS renewed the procedural for season 19. Is it possible he will also appear in the franchise's latest spin-off, 'NCIS: Hawai'i'?

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’: How You Can Be Part of the Latest Spinoff

‘NCIS: Hawai'i’ is coming to CBS this fall, and pre-production has already begun on the island of Oahu. Numerous cast and crew announcements have been made. Including the reveal that Vanessa Lachey will star as Jane Tennant. Fans can also be a part of the latest spinoff. Here's how.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: The Real Reason Bishop Quit the ‘NCIS’ Team

Why did Bishop leave her NCIS team?

by Sheiresa Ngo

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