CBS just confirmed something NCIS viewers need to know right now: Season 23 officially wraps on May 12, 2026 — and the entire franchise is preparing for a dramatic evening of television.
This season has pushed fans through major emotional turns, from surprise character returns to the devastating loss of longtime director Leon Vance. Combined with the agency’s shutdown storyline, it’s clear the writers are building toward something unforgettable.
Adding to the excitement, the finale will be paired with the Season 2 closer of NCIS: Origins, airing immediately afterward. It marks a rare moment when two chapters of the franchise end on the same night.
While finales always feel bittersweet, there’s reassuring news ahead. CBS already renewed NCIS for Season 24, meaning the team’s investigations — and the emotional fallout from this season — are far from finished.