NCIS has always been built around relationships — from the team’s close bond to the romances that grow within the workplace. Across the franchise, characters from different spin-offs often cross paths, creating a shared universe that feels like one extended family.
Even after some series have ended, familiar faces continue to resurface. Sam Hanna’s appearance in NCIS: Hawai’i proved that door is always open, and other fan favorites — including Dwayne “King” Cassius Pride from NCIS: New Orleans — could easily return in future stories.
CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach and CBS Studios President David Stapf say they’re open to crossovers, as long as they happen naturally and serve the story rather than feeling like a gimmick. For them, strong storytelling comes first.
Scott Bakula hasn’t revealed whether he’d reprise his role as Pride, but network leaders remain receptive to revisiting beloved characters. The NCIS universe continues to thrive on its connections — and it’s always ready to welcome family back.