Get ready, NCIS fans: Tony DiNozzo is officially back ... and he's here to stay in a way we didn't see coming.
After Michael Weatherly surprised fans by reprising his role for a season 21 guest appearance in February 2024, news broke he's returning for a spinoff series on Paramount+. As Deadline announced, Michael and his former co-star Cote de Pablo (who portrayed DiNozzo's romantic partner Ziva David) will reunite on screen for the first time in a decade, with the two starring in and leading as executive producers for the upcoming show. The streamer gave the green light to the series for a 10-episode season.
Michael confirmed the news by sharing the story on X (formerly known as Twitter). "So β¦ that happened β¦" he captioned the post at the time.
Upon seeing the news, longtime viewers couldn't help but voice their excitement in the comments. "Beyond excited!! This is going to be awesome in all the ways! Thank you!!" one person exclaimed on X. "Finally, they give us [hardcore] fans what we really wanted. Tony and Ziva are back. Hell yes!! π," another agreed. "OMG!!! So psyched for this!!! πβ€οΈ," a different follower added.
Now that we know that Michael and Cote are reprising their roles in the most epic way possible, it's time to break down all the details of what's to come.
What is the new NCIS spinoff called?
In an announcement from Michael and Cote in May 2024, fans learned the name of the duo's upcoming spinoff. Posting a joint clip with Paramount+ on Instagram, the duo revealed their new series will be called NCIS: Tony & Ziva.
"This isnβt a drill! π¨," read the official caption. "NCIS: Tony & Ziva, starring Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo, is coming to #ParamountPlus! π."
Is there a release date for NCIS: Tony & Ziva?
Mark your calendars, because NCIS: Tony & Ziva premieres Thursday, September 4, 2025 on Paramount+.
The show confirmed the release date news on June 17 on Instagram, with Michael and Cote starring in a teaser snippet. But that's not all β NCIS: Tony & Ziva will air the first three episodes on premiere day, with weekly episodes to follow until the October 23 finale.
"New show, same #Tiva," the caption read. "NCIS: Tony & Ziva premieres September 4th on #ParamountPlus."
Given how fans were eagerly awaiting this development, they were thrilled to learn NCIS: Tony & Ziva would be coming to TV this fall.
"MY NEW FAVORITE MONTH IS SEPTEMBER AAAAA," one person exclaimed in the comments. "Cote and Michael back together again!!!! ππππ," another declared. "So excited to see the next chapter of Tony and Ziva's adventures and romance. Thank you both and whoever you had to convince to do this for us fans. π," a different follower added.
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What will NCIS: Tony & Ziva be about?
As for what to expect from this spinoff, an official press release from February 2024 revealed the show will follow Tony and Ziva as they raise their daughter in Paris. But as Tony's security company is under surprise attack, "they must go on the run across Europe, try to figure out who is after them and maybe even learn to trust each other again so that they can finally have their unconventional happily ever after."
It's also important to note this isn't the only new NCIS series based on an O.G. character. Back in January 2024, CBS announced the order of NCIS: Origins, which premiered in October 2024 and follows the life of Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon) in his first years as a special agent.
While it'll still be some time before folks get to see NCIS: Tony & Ziva air on Paramount+, we did get a sneak peek at what to expect from Cote and Michael. When the two attended the MIPCOM conference in Cannes, France in October 2024, Cote assured fans that we'll learn what happened since the pair last appeared together on NCIS.
"We haven't seen these characters since 2013 and I think the fans have always wanted to see what happened between them," she stated, per Deadline. "In our first season, they're going to get a fix of what has happened."
It's evident the pair are also thrilled to pick up with their characters after all this time away. "We've been talking about this story for many years, and now, with John McNamara at the helm, we are ready," the actors said in a joint statement, per Variety in February 2024. "The world of Tony and Ziva (and daughter Tali) promises to be an action-packed roller coaster fueled by love, danger, tears and laughter. We also want to acknowledge and thank the fans from around the world ... To this day, they say hello in grocery stores and on the street to tell us how much these characters mean to them and ask what Tony and Ziva are up to now."
Who is in the cast of NCIS: Tony & Ziva?
In addition to Michael and Cote reprising their roles, TVLine revealed other key players joining the upcoming series:
- Isla Gie joins NCIS: Tony & Ziva as the couple's 12-year-old daughter Tali. The outlet describes the character as being "more intuitive and vigilant than the adults around her give her credit for."
- Lara Rossi will portray Tali's caretaker Sophie, who also has a highly professional background working in the Special Air Service (SAS).
- Anita Suman will play Claudette, who works as the Chief Technical Officer at Tony's private security company. The outlet writes "there's no problem Claudette can't solve," and she's the reason Tony's company runs as well as it normally does.
- Maximilian Osinski joins the show as Boris, a Russian ex-pat who's known for being one of the best computer hackers in the world. He likes to live his life above the law, and he enjoys the anonymous profile his job gives him.
- James D'Arcy will portray high-ranking Interpol official Henry, who has spent the majority of his life and career working to track down and capture international criminals.
- Nassima Benchimou is set to star as Martine, a former French intelligence agent working for the Directorate-General for External Security (DGSE). Described as "elegant and cunning," she is well-versed in playing both sides of the conflict to protect her interests.
Where can I watch and stream NCIS: Tony & Ziva?
When NCIS: Tony & Ziva premieres this September, the show will stream exclusively on Paramount+.
For those who aren't set up with the streamer, Paramount+ offers a few plans to choose from, with the lowest starting at $7.99 per month or $59.99 per year. Once you have a profile ready, you'll be able to watch on Paramount+'s website or on the Paramount+ app.
As the entertainment and news associate editor for Good Housekeeping, Adrianna (she/her) writes about everything TV, movies, music and pop culture. She graduated from Yeshiva University with a B.A. in journalism and a minor in business management. She covers shows like The Rookie, 9-1-1 and Grey's Anatomy, though when sheβs not watching the latest show on Netflix, sheβs taking martial arts or drinking way too much coffee.
