With 322 episodes under its belt, NCIS: Los Angeles is preparing to close its remarkable 14-season run — making it one of CBS’s longest-running primetime scripted series. Although the decision to end the show was reportedly financial due to production costs, the network gave showrunner R. Scott Gemmill enough advance notice to craft a proper, meaningful farewell.
What to Expect in the NCIS: Los Angeles Finale
Part 1 of the two-part finale focuses on the team’s search for a missing ATF agent while simultaneously tracking down stolen military-grade weapons. Alongside the action, the episode delivers emotional moments:
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Callen (Chris O’Donnell) and Anna (Bar Paly) continue planning their wedding.
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Rountree’s sister takes a major step by interviewing for medical school.
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Sam (LL Cool J) urges his father to participate in a drug test, highlighting their ongoing family struggles.
Part 2: A Celebration and a Goodbye
The second half of the finale reveals that Callen and Anna opt for an impromptu wedding — setting the stage for a heartfelt celebration and a nostalgic look back at the show’s most memorable moments. It’s clear the creative team aims to send both Callen and Sam off on a hopeful, positive note.
Is This Really the End?
Despite this being the official finale, history suggests fans shouldn’t lose hope. NCIS: Los Angeles is the fifth longest-running scripted series on CBS, behind classics like Gunsmoke, Lassie, CSI, and Criminal Minds. Notably, both CSI and Criminal Minds have been successfully revived in recent years.
So while this may be farewell for now, it’s entirely possible that in a few years, Callen and Sam could return for a reunion or revival — keeping the NCIS legacy alive a little longer.
