Reaching a 21st season is a remarkable achievement for any show, and NCIS is poised to celebrate this milestone along with its 1,000th episode on April 15. According to CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach, the enduring success of NCIS is attributed to its fantastic cast and dedicated writing staff. In an interview with Deadline, Reisenbach expressed confidence in the show’s continued vitality, noting that the cast, including Gary Cole, Wilmer Valderrama, Sean Murray, and Katrina Law, remains enthusiastic. As long as the team wants to keep the show going, CBS is thrilled to ride the NCIS wave.
The departure of Mark Harmon, who portrayed Leroy Jethro Gibbs, once seemed inconceivable for the series. However, with Harmon’s exit in Season 19 and Gary Cole joining the cast, NCIS has defied expectations and continues to thrive. The franchise has also expanded with spinoffs, including concluded series like New Orleans and Los Angeles, the ongoing Hawai’i, the first international spinoff Sydney, and the upcoming Origins.
NCIS: Sydney wrapped its first season with a compelling cliffhanger, leaving fans eagerly awaiting resolution. Reisenbach expressed satisfaction with the success of NCIS: Sydney, describing it as a win for CBS, Paramount+, CBS Studios, and Paramount International. She hinted at positive news to come soon.
The upcoming NCIS: Origins marks Mark Harmon’s return as a narrator for a prequel set in 1991. Reisenbach emphasized that Origins is distinct from the rest of the franchise, offering a grittier and edgier perspective with a serialized element.
With the potential for three NCIS shows in CBS’ primetime lineup next season, fans can anticipate the continued success and expansion of the beloved franchise.
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