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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’ 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

Published on May 4, 2024

2 min read

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

‘NCIS’ Season 21 Finally Gets Premiere Date — Here’s When the Show Returns to CBS

The months-long actors' strike is over, and CBS has set return dates for both 'NCIS' and the spinoff 'NCIS: Hawai'i.'

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

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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’: This Terrifying Fan Encounter Might Be Why Mark Harmon Avoids the Spotlight

NCIS star Mark Harmon is a favorite among fans across the globe. He has enjoyed a successful acting career as a result of his appearances on hit shows way before NCIS, such as St. Elsewhere and Chicago Hope. Unfortunately, fame has its downside. Harmon seems to be aware of this, so he reportedly lays low …

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS:’ Did Mark Harmon Get Away With Alleged Assault Because of His Value to CBS?

What does it mean if the assault allegations against 'NCIS' star Mark Harmon are true?

by Josh Lezmi

‘NCIS’: 5 Times Mark Harmon’s Gibbs Broke One of His Rules

NCIS boss Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon) has a very specific set of rules he lives and works by. He expects his team to follow these rules and he gets quite agitated when they don’t. However, there have been times when Gibbs decided to go another way. When the pressures of life began to crush …

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS:’ This Famous Tony DiNozzo Line Was Unscripted

Michael Weatherly reveals the famous Tony DiNozzo line from 'NCIS' that was unscripted.

by Josh Lezmi

‘NCIS’: What Are Gibbs’ Rules?

NCIS is made up of an interesting cast of characters. Fans will agree the most interesting in the bunch is Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon). One thing that makes him stand out from the rest is the fact that he has a set of rules he expects everyone on the team to follow. There …

by Sheiresa Ngo

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What ‘NCIS’ Fans Don’t Know About Sean Murray

Sean Murray has spent over a decade playing Timothy McGee on 'NCIS' and the actor is gearing up for another season of the hit crime drama later this year. While we know almost everything about McGee, there are quite a few things about the actor that may surprise fans.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: How Mark Harmon Really Feels About Agent Gibbs

Audiences have grown to know and love NCIS Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon). His quick wit and tough demeanor keep the NCIS team on their toes and help them solve the toughest cases. What does Mark Harmon think of Agent Gibbs? Here’s a peek inside Harmon’s thoughts on his tough-as-nails character. Mark Harmon says …

by Sheiresa Ngo

Why Is ‘NCIS’ Actress Pauley Perrette ‘Terrified’ of Mark Harmon?

Pauley Perrette refuses to return to 'NCIS.' Find out why she is "terrified" of her co-star.

by Eric Robinette

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‘NCIS:’ Why Michael Weatherly & Jessica Alba “Didn’t Work Out”

See why former 'NCIS' star Michael Weatherly and Jessica Alba's relationship just "didn't work out," according to Alba.

by Josh Lezmi

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‘NCIS’ Season 17 Premiere Date Revealed! Exactly When Fans Will See Cote De Pablo’s Ziva Again?

The new season of 'NCIS' is slated to air in September, which means fans only have a few more months to wait before Cote de Pablo returns as Ziva. Here’s a look at what’s ahead for Ziva in the Season 17 premiere, plus a word on how her return will affect other characters.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: The Most Dramatic Reasons Actors Have Left the Show

Four prominent 'NCIS' actresses have left the show under mysterious circumstances. Which of these was the most dramatic reason?

by Greg Brian

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‘NCIS’: Mark Harmon Is Not The First Man Pauley Perrette Claims ‘Terrified’ Her

Many 'NCIS' fans took Mark Harmon's side after his former co-star Pauley Perrette claimed he terrified her and intimidated her on set. Now, it turns out, Harmon is not the first man she has said she is scared of.

by Perry Carpenter

Who Is Cote de Pablo’s Favorite ‘NCIS’ Co-Star?

Find out who Cote de Pablo's favorite 'NCIS' co-star is.

by Eric Robinette

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‘NCIS’: The Behind-The-Scenes Drama That The Stars Don’t Want Fans To Know

'NCIS' has been hit with a number of scandals over the years, though CBS has done a good job mopping up the messes. Here’s a look at all the untold behind-the-scenes drama that the show does not want fans to know about.

by Perry Carpenter

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What ‘NCIS’ Star Mark Harmon Wishes He Realized Earlier in His Career

What 'NCIS' star Mark Harmon wishes he realized earlier in his career.

by Josh Lezmi

Has Cote de Pablo Dated Any ‘NCIS’ Co-Stars?

From 2005 until 2013, Cote de Pablo had portrayed the role of Ziva David on the CBS hit crime show, NCIS. Has Cote de Pablo ever dated one of her co-stars?

by Suse Forrest

‘NCIS’: Fans Don’t Want to Believe What Pauley Perrette Said About Mark Harmon

After NCIS star Pauley Perrette left the show in 2018, there was a lot of mystery surrounding her departure. Later, she said she left because she was the victim of a physical assault. The actress alleged Mark Harmon hit her in 2017. She also recently tweeted she’s never coming back to the show and she …

by Sheiresa Ngo

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This Co-Star Convinced Michael Weatherly to Leave ‘NCIS’

This 'NCIS' co-star convinced Michael Weatherly to leave the show, and bid Tony DiNozzo farewell.

by Josh Lezmi

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‘NCIS:’ Why Mark Harmon Has Yet to Respond to Pauley Perrette’s Physical Assault Allegations

Why the star of 'NCIS,' Mark Harmon, has yet to respond to Pauley Perrette's physical assault allegations (the likely theories).

by Josh Lezmi

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‘NCIS’ Star Pauley Perrette Complete Dating History

Pauley Perrette rose to stardom playing the part of Abby Sciuto on the hit CBS crime drama, 'NCIS.' While Perrette managed to avoid too much relationship drama on the show, the actress is no stranger to breakups in real life.

by Perry Carpenter

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