NCIS fans have a major reason to celebrate as the long-awaited spinoff starring Tony DiNozzo and Ziva David has officially received its release window—and it’s coming sooner than anyone expected. CBS has confirmed that the series is set to premiere in early fall 2025, surprising many who assumed the project would take longer to hit screens due to its international filming schedule and complex storyline.

The show, which will follow Tony and Ziva as they navigate life on the run while protecting their daughter Tali, has been described as an action-packed yet emotional continuation of their story. Set primarily in Europe, the series promises a fresh take on the NCIS universe, with familiar faces in unfamiliar places and a deeper look into Tony and Ziva’s personal and professional struggles after years apart.

Executive producers have hinted that the spinoff will maintain the classic NCIS tone while diving deeper into the family dynamics and espionage elements that fans have long craved. Both Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo have expressed excitement about reuniting and bringing closure—and new beginnings—to two of the franchise’s most beloved characters.

With production already underway, the countdown has officially begun. Fans can expect trailers and teasers to drop in the coming months, building even more excitement for what’s shaping up to be one of the most anticipated NCIS events in years.