NCIS
"Back in force."
A CBS Original
A tight-knit squad of special agents handles crimes tied to Navy and Marine Corps personnel, taking on everything from homicides and espionage to terrorism and stolen military hardware. The agents mix standard police procedure with knowledge of military protocol to trace leads, interrogate... Read more
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About NCIS
A tight-knit squad of special agents handles crimes tied to Navy and Marine Corps personnel, taking on everything from homicides and espionage to terrorism and stolen military hardware. The agents mix standard police procedure with knowledge of military protocol to trace leads, interrogate suspects, and piece together evidence that often spans ships, bases, and international waters. Cases vary in scale and tone, but each episode centers on practical forensic work, tactical operations, and the personal dynamics that shape how the team operates under pressure, without revealing any major plot twists or series finales.
NCIS premiered in 2003, created by Don McGill and Donald P. Bellisario, and was developed for broadcast television by CBS. Over time it's been produced with a mix of seasoned television writers and directors, and its procedural format helped it stay on air through many seasons.
Over its long run the series has drawn industry attention and fan recognition, earning nominations in television categories and collecting several viewer-voted awards. It’s been acknowledged at various ceremonies for aspects like casting, ensemble performance, and technical work, reflecting steady appreciation from audiences and peers.
The show left a clear mark on pop culture, spawning multiple spinoffs including NCIS: Los Angeles, NCIS: New Orleans, and NCIS: Hawai'i. Certain moments and character traits, like the team's working rituals and recurring in-jokes, have become shorthand among fans. Its longevity and steady prime-time presence made it a fixture in network crime drama lineups and conversation.
Critics and viewers usually highlight NCIS's reliable procedural structure and the chemistry among its core cast, reflected in a 7.62/10 vote average from 2,433 votes. Themes include loyalty, the weight of duty, and how professional obligations affect personal lives. Reviews note the show's emphasis on teamwork and methodical investigation, and why many viewers keep tuning in season after season.
Details
- Release Date
- September 23, 2003
- Rating
- TV-14
- User Ratings
- 2,446 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 23
- Episodes
- 499
- Network
- CBS
- Status
- Returning Series
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Action & Adventure
- Country
- United States
- Studio
- Paramount Television +2 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Sean Murray
Timothy McGee
Wilmer Valderrama
Nick Torres
Katrina Law
Jessica Knight
Brian Dietzen
Jimmy Palmer
Rocky Carroll
Leon Vance
Diona Reasonover
Kasie Hines
Gary Cole
Alden Parker
Created by: Don McGill, Donald P. Bellisario
Seasons (23 seasons, 499 episodes)
Season 1
23 episodes - 2003
Season 2
23 episodes - 2004
Season 3
24 episodes - 2005
Season 4
24 episodes - 2006
Season 5
19 episodes - 2007
Season 6
25 episodes - 2008
Season 7
24 episodes - 2009
Season 8
24 episodes - 2010
Season 9
24 episodes - 2011
Season 10
24 episodes - 2012
Season 11
24 episodes - 2013
Season 12
24 episodes - 2014
Season 13
24 episodes - 2015
Season 14
24 episodes - 2016
Season 15
24 episodes - 2017
Season 16
24 episodes - 2018
Season 17
20 episodes - 2019
Season 18
16 episodes - 2020
Season 19
21 episodes - 2021
Season 20
22 episodes - 2022
Season 21
10 episodes - 2024
Season 22
20 episodes - 2024
Season 23
12 episodes - 2025
