TV enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting schedule change as CBS has confirmed the beloved NCIS franchise’s return to its original timeslot for the 2025-26 television season. The network announced on May 7 that the flagship series, NCIS, will air on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. starting in the fall, joined by its spinoff shows—NCIS: Origins at 9 p.m. and NCIS: Sydney at 10 p.m. This marks the first time the network has scheduled all three shows back-to-back, a move that CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach has dubbed “Super Tuesday.”
Fans of NCIS are still reeling from the thrilling Season 22 finale, which featured a dramatic twist with Special Agent Alden Parker, played by Gary Cole, discovering his father’s lifeless body. The finale ended on a cliffhanger, leaving millions eager to see how the story unfolds in Season 23. In a recent interview, Cole expressed mixed feelings about the shocking turn of events, noting that while he was saddened by the departure of his on-screen father, he appreciated the dramatic storyline. He highlighted the potential for darker and more gripping narratives to emerge in future episodes.
In addition to the NCIS franchise’s Tuesday lineup, CBS will also feature a special themed night on Fridays with new shows produced by famed producer Jerry Bruckheimer, including Sheriff Country at 8 p.m., a spinoff of Fire Country at 9 p.m., and the Blue Bloods spinoff, Boston Blue, at 10 p.m.
This strategic scheduling not only capitalizes on the popularity of the NCIS franchise but also sets the stage for an exhilarating viewing experience across the network’s primetime lineup. The introduction of more gripping storylines and a unified theme for TV nights is a promising indication of CBS’s commitment to engaging its audience.
Overall, with the return of NCIS to a prime spot and exciting new content, viewers have much to look forward to in the coming seasons.