NCIS just hit a massive milestone — 500 episodes — and the cast marked the occasion with a celebration that was equal parts heartwarming and hilarious. On December 2, the stars gathered on set to toast the achievement, complete with personalized figurines and a mysterious centerpiece that had everyone asking: “Is it cake?”
Brian Dietzen leaned into the viral trend with a TikTok showing off his look-alike figure, teasing fans with the caption, “Well… was it? You’ll have to examine it yourself.” Each main cast member had their own mini version on display, including Sean Murray, Rocky Carroll, Wilmer Valderrama, Katrina Law, and Diona Reasonover. Photos from the event show the actors posing proudly with their figures, plus a full group shot around the confectionary creation.
The milestone comes during the show’s 23rd season, as NCIS returns to its classic Tuesday 8/7c slot. It’s just the latest landmark for the franchise, which celebrated 1,000 total episodes across all spinoffs in 2024. With seven series in the universe — from Los Angeles to Sydney to Tony & Ziva — the world of NCIS continues expanding.
Longtime star Sean Murray reflected on the achievement, calling it “unfathomable” and celebrating the show’s staying power. He also teased that Episode 500 will be “pretty bitching,” promising family developments for McGee and the return of some long-missed faces from the franchise’s past.
With excitement building ahead of the 2026 airdate, fans can enjoy the first glimpse of the celebration now — and start speculating about who might show up when the landmark episode finally drops.
