NCIS Season 22: Everything we know about premiere date, time, plot and cast

CBS has announced the return of "NCIS" for its 22nd season. The premiere is scheduled for October 14, with the show moving to its regular timeslot a week later.


Premiere Date, Time
CBS's long-running series "NCIS" will return for its 22nd season. The season premiere is set for Monday, October 14, from 8:00 to 9:00 PM ET/PT. After the premiere, the show will shift to its regular timeslot of 9:00 to 10:00 PM ET/PT, starting Monday, October 21.


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Plot
"NCIS" follows the Naval Criminal Investigative Service team as they solve crimes involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The series is known for its mix of procedural drama, character-driven storytelling, and suspenseful plotlines.

Cast
The core cast will return for the new season. Sean Murray plays Timothy McGee, Wilmer Valderrama is Nick Torres, Katrina Law portrays Jessica Knight, Brian Dietzen is Jimmy Palmer, Diona Reasonover plays Kasie Hines, Rocky Carroll is Leon Vance, and Gary Cole is Alden Parker. Gary Cole replaced Mark Harmon, who played Leroy Jethro Gibbs since the beginning of the series. Gibbs left the show in the fourth episode of Season 19, choosing to stay in Alaska instead of returning to NCIS.

Parker's Introduction and Leadership
Alden Parker was introduced in the second episode of Season 19, titled "Nearly Departed." Initially, there was tension due to Parker's different leadership style as a former FBI agent compared to Gibbs. Over time, Parker earned the team's trust and respect. Parker's approach to leadership includes bending rules and incorporating new technology into the team's operations, contrasting with Gibbs' old-school, rule-breaking style.

FAQs:

When does NCIS Season 22 premiere?
The premiere is on October 14 at 8:00 PM ET/PT.

What is the new timeslot for NCIS Season 22?
The new timeslot is Mondays from 9:00 to 10:00 PM ET/PT, starting October 21.