For over two decades, the NCIS franchise has been a cornerstone of CBS's Tuesday night lineup, delivering gripping crime procedurals that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With the recent additions of NCIS: New York and NCIS: Origins, the network has turned Tuesdays into a full-fledged franchise event. But this week, fans will have to wait a little longer for their favorite agents to crack their next case.
CBS has confirmed that all three NCIS shows—NCIS, NCIS: New York, and NCIS: Origins—will not air new episodes on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Instead, the network will broadcast CBS News: America Decides: Election 2026 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET, preempting the usual three-hour block of crime-solving action. It's a rare scheduling shift that underscores the importance of the midterm elections, but it also means a week-long drought for dedicated fans.
When Will the NCIS Shows Return?
Mark your calendars: all three shows will return with fresh episodes on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at their regular times. Until then, viewers can catch up on previous episodes streaming on Paramount+. If you're looking for other binge-worthy content to fill the gap, check out our Prime Video binge guide for some recommendations.
What to Expect When They Return
The franchise has undergone significant changes this season, keeping things fresh for longtime fans. Michael Weatherly has returned as Tony DiNozzo, stepping into a major leadership role following the departure of Director Leon Vance. Meanwhile, Mark Harmon has taken on a more prominent part in NCIS: Origins, which explores different periods in Gibbs's life.
NCIS: New York brings back LL Cool J as Sam Hanna, now joined by Scott Caan (from Hawaii Five-0) as Nick Schaeffer. The flagship series continues to feature Sean Murray as Timothy McGee, Wilmer Valderrama as Nick Torres, Katrina Law as Jessica Knight, Brian Dietzen as Jimmy Palmer, Diona Reasonover as Kasie Hines, and Gary Cole as Alden Parker.
NCIS: Origins stars Austin Stowell as a younger Gibbs, with Kyle Schmid as Mike Franks, Mariel Molino as Lala Dominguez, Tyla Abercrumbie as Mary Jo Hayes, and Diany Rodriguez as Vera Strickland.
While the election night break might be a disappointment, it's a small price to pay for democracy. And with the franchise's track record, the November 10 episodes are sure to deliver the twists and turns fans have come to expect. If you're new to the NCIS universe, now is the perfect time to start from the beginning on Paramount+.
For more streaming picks this month, don't miss our top Netflix movies or the return of Kevin Costner's Robin Hood to streaming. And if you're a fan of other CBS procedurals, you might want to check out the upcoming FBI manhunt.
