Season 23 of NCIS is officially on the way, and fans can expect one of the most emotionally intense chapters yet. CBS confirmed the renewal earlier this year, with the show set to return in fall 2025 in its classic Tuesday night slot. This season picks up directly after the shocking finale of Season 22, where Alden Parker (Gary Cole) discovered his father murdered—an event that will serve as the emotional core of the upcoming storylines.

Showrunner Steven D. Binder teased that Parker will be in a dark, vengeful state of mind, with his grief pushing him to the edge. The team will face mounting internal pressure as they try to hold things together while their leader becomes more unpredictable. Wilmer Valderrama, who plays Agent Torres, hinted that the emotional fallout could even lead to someone “going rogue,” adding a level of unpredictability fans haven’t seen in years.

The entire main cast is set to return, including Sean Murray, Katrina Law, Diona Reasonover, and Brian Dietzen. Storylines will dive deeper into unresolved character arcs, particularly relationships and leadership dynamics. With the team’s foundation shaking, questions about McGee’s potential promotion and lingering romantic threads are expected to take center stage.

Rumors also swirl about surprise guest appearances from past fan-favorites, though nothing is confirmed. What is clear is that Season 23 aims to raise the stakes both personally and professionally, delivering a season packed with emotion, tension, and the kind of loyalty-driven drama that made NCIS a global TV staple.