Though it wasn't the way producers and the network had planned, NCIS concluded Season 17 in mid-April just shy of 400 episodes.
Halted production because of COVID-19 caused NCIS to stop earlier than expected, of course, although the episode that ended up becoming the finale was a strong and stirring way to finish.
So now, the question is: When is NCIS coming back for Season 18? As of now, that's hard to say. The show has not officially been picked up for a Season 18 at CBS — yet.
In a recent interview with executive producer Gina Monreal, she told TV Guide that the NCIS team is well aware of Gibbs' (Mark Harmon) enduring appeal as a star and producer on the series — particularly as the character continues to evolve into a more dynamic and
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