LL COOL J is officially stepping back into the NCIS universe—and this time, it’s bigger than just a guest appearance.
Fans were surprised when a recent promo revealed that the NCIS: Los Angeles favorite would return as Special Agent Sam Hanna in an upcoming episode of NCIS. But that appearance is only the beginning. CBS has confirmed that LL COOL J will headline a brand-new spinoff, NCIS: New York, alongside Hawaii Five-0 star Scott Caan.
In the upcoming series, Sam returns to his hometown of New York City, where he joins forces with a bold new partner while helping lead a fresh team handling high-stakes missions in one of the country’s most critical ports.
Set to premiere this fall, the show will air Tuesday nights between NCIS and NCIS: Origins, creating a powerful three-hour franchise block.
For longtime fans of Sam Hanna, the legendary agent’s story is far from over—it’s entering an exciting new chapter. 🚨