When NCIS: Tony & Ziva first hit Paramount+, fans could hardly believe what they were seeing — after more than a decade of longing, heartbreak, and whispered reunion rumors, Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo were back on screen together. For longtime NCIS devotees, it wasn’t just another spinoff; it was a long-awaited love story finally rekindled.
Now, with the show’s first season ending on a shocking and emotional note, one burning question dominates every fan discussion: Will there be a Season 2?
The Return Fans Waited Years For
It’s been over a decade since Tony DiNozzo and Ziva David shared the screen as part of Gibbs’ elite Major Case Response Team — their chemistry, sharp banter, and unspoken love making them one of television’s most iconic duos. When Ziva was presumed dead in 2013, and Tony left two years later to raise their daughter, Tali, fans thought that chapter had closed forever.
Then, out of nowhere, NCIS: Tony & Ziva burst onto Paramount+ in 2025, reuniting the pair in a 10-episode European thriller that combined espionage, family drama, and the kind of heart-stopping emotional beats that made audiences fall in love with them in the first place.
Alongside new cast members — Amita Suman, Maximilian Osinski, and Julian Ovenden — the spinoff struck a perfect balance between nostalgia and reinvention.
“To us, it was always a love story,” showrunner John McNamara told Deadline. “All the action and suspense existed to bring Tony and Ziva back together.”
A Finale That Left Fans in Tears
The finale, which aired October 23, delivered everything from high-stakes shootouts to emotional reunions. When Tony and Ziva’s daughter, Tali, was kidnapped by rogue Interpol agent Jonah Markham (played by Ovenden), the couple was thrust into their most dangerous mission yet.
In a pulse-pounding climax, they not only saved their daughter but also cleared their names after being framed for terrorism. By the episode’s end, the family of three was finally safe — and Tony and Ziva made the decision to give love another chance.
But that wasn’t always the plan. McNamara revealed that an alternate ending had been filmed — one that left their relationship unresolved. “It was more of a cliffhanger,” he admitted. “But honestly, fans would’ve been furious waiting another year to find out what happened.”
Will There Be a Season 2?
As of now, Paramount+ has not officially renewed NCIS: Tony & Ziva for Season 2 — but insiders hint that the story might not be over.
Cote de Pablo has made it clear that she’s open to continuing.
“Season 1 was like a dream,” she said. “It was pure joy to step back into Ziva’s shoes and to work with Michael again. If we got to do it again, we’d be thrilled.”
Weatherly echoed her sentiment, adding that reuniting felt “magical” and reminiscent of NCIS’s early days — when anything felt possible.
Meanwhile, McNamara remains cautious but hopeful. “I’m superstitious,” he said with a laugh. “Let’s just say I have a sense of where Season 2 could go. And yes — it would be bigger.”
What Could Happen Next
If Tony & Ziva gets renewed, fans can expect the tone to deepen. McNamara has teased that unused footage from the alternate finale could find its way into Season 2, offering a darker, more ambiguous side to the story.
There’s also speculation that Tali — played with poise and maturity by Isla Gie — could take on a larger role. “Ziva as a mother is something I’d love to explore more,” de Pablo hinted. “She’s fierce, protective, and vulnerable in ways we’ve never seen.”
Some fans even theorize that Season 2 could bring a crossover with NCIS: Origins — connecting Tony and Ziva’s present-day adventures to Gibbs’ past, creating a multigenerational thread that ties the NCIS universe together.
Why “Tiva” Still Matters
After more than 20 years, NCIS remains one of television’s most enduring franchises — not because of its case files, but because of its heart. And few relationships have embodied that heart like Tony and Ziva.
Their story has always been about more than romance. It’s about trust, redemption, and two people learning how to love again after loss. In an era of fleeting television pairings, “Tiva” endures — proof that some flames never really die out.
Whether or not Season 2 happens, one thing is certain: Tony and Ziva’s return reminded fans why they fell in love with NCIS in the first place.
And as de Pablo put it best — “Every time I stepped on set, I couldn’t believe it. I’d look at Michael and think: we’re really doing this again.”
