CBS has confirmed that NCIS: Hawaii season 3 is set to premiere on Monday, February 12, 2023, at 10 p.m. ET, following the debut of NCIS season 21. Filming is scheduled to commence on Monday, December 4, beginning with a traditional Hawaiian blessing ceremony. The waves are crashing, the crime-fighting is intensifying, and fans are on the edge of their seats. NCIS: Hawaii is officially coming back for Season 3, and the buzz? It’s electric. Whether you’re a long-time NCIS universe fanatic or just jumped on the Hawaiian train, this new season promises to deliver suspense, drama, and more palm tree vibes than ever before. Let’s break down everything you need to know about Season 3—from the release date to the episode count, the cast lineup, and of course, where you can watch it live or stream it. Ready to dive in? Let’s go!
Before we get into the new stuff, here’s a quick refresher. NCIS: Hawaii is a spin-off of the long-running NCIS franchise, but with a tropical twist. It follows Special Agent Jane Tennant and her elite team in Pearl Harbor as they handle national security threats and local crimes—sometimes both at once.
NCIS: Hawaii Season 3: Cast
The cast includes Vanessa Lachey, Alex Tarrant, Noah Mills, Jason Antoon, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Tori Anderson, and the addition of LL Cool J, reprising his role as Sam Hanna from NCIS: Los Angeles. LL Cool J will be a recurring star in NCIS: Hawaii season 3, but the number of episodes he’ll appear in remains undisclosed. There’s speculation about the return of Henry Cusick as John Swift, given his significant role in the season 2 finale. In the finale episode, “Dies Irae,” Jane Tennant and her team faced danger while tracking down Creel in Venezuela. The finale witnessed Maggie shooting Creel dead during a sting operation. The episode hinted at potential tension in the team’s future as internal affairs agent Swift expressed the need for more oversight and a new addition to the team. The likely addition is Sam Hanna, though there has been no official confirmation. The current cast members, including Vanessa Lachey, Alex Tarrant, Noah Mills, Jason Antoon, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Tori Anderson, and LL Cool J, are expected to return for the upcoming season.
NCIS: Hawaii Season 3: Episode Count, Where to Watch
The episode count for NCIS: Hawaii season 3 has not been officially disclosed, but it is anticipated to have between 10-13 episodes, aligning with CBS’s midseason line-up. This format allows the season to conclude in May, following the network’s usual schedule. As of now, there is no information about additional cast members joining or exiting the series.
Absolutely. If you’re into fast-paced investigations, heart-pounding action, and rich character drama—all wrapped in sun-soaked Hawaiian scenery—this season is for you. Shortened or not, Season 3 is shaping up to be a leaner, meaner, more intense ride than ever before.
