With NCIS: Tony & Ziva canceled, attention shifts back to the flagship series — and whether it can deliver what fans have wanted for 12 years.
Tony and Ziva returning to NCIS itself may now be the only realistic option. Their absence has been felt since Weatherly and de Pablo left, and the show hasn’t quite recaptured its original dynamic since Mark Harmon’s departure in Season 19.
Still, a reunion remains unlikely. Harmon has stepped away from regular appearances, and the logistical and creative hurdles of bringing all three actors together are significant. That reality makes the spinoff’s cancellation feel even heavier: it wasn’t just another show ending — it was a missed opportunity.
For now, fans are left with nostalgia, reruns, and a lingering question: did NCIS let its most meaningful reunion slip away forever?
