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NCIS Has Always Been About Family โ And That Family Keeps Growing
At its heart, NCIS is a story about family โ not just the biological kind, but the chosen bonds formed through trust, loyalty, and shared purpose. Whether itโs the camaraderie among agents or the romantic entanglements that occasionally bloom, relationships are the core of the franchise.
That sense of family extends far beyond the flagship series. Characters from various NCIS spin-offs have frequently crossed paths, building a tight-knit, interconnected universe. Though shows like NCIS: Los Angeles and NCIS: Hawaiโi have ended, characters such as Sam Hanna (LL Cool J) continue to pop up โ including a surprise return in NCIS: Hawaiโi and a confirmed guest spot in the current season of NCIS.
Other familiar faces could return as well. Dwayne “King” Cassius Pride (Scott Bakula) from NCIS: New Orleans is one character fans are eager to see again.
Crossovers With Purpose
CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach and CBS Studios President David Stapf have made it clear: theyโre open to more crossovers โ but only if they make sense narratively.
โWe always want to do what serves the story,โ they shared, emphasizing that any future character returns or spin-offs must grow naturally from the world the writers have built.
While Scott Bakula hasnโt confirmed any plans to return as Pride, the network remains open to spin-offs and special appearances that stay true to the franchiseโs tone and legacy.
The NCIS Universe Is Always Evolving
The beauty of the NCIS universe lies in its fluidity. Characters come and go, stories shift settings, and new chapters begin โ but the emotional continuity remains. As longtime fans know, no oneโs ever truly gone. With Tony & Ziva launching, Sam Hanna back in the fold, and whispers of other returns, the extended NCIS family continues to grow.
And in this world, the door is always open for a familiar face to walk through.
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