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As NCIS Season 23 cruises through its spring schedule, the stakes have never been higher for the Major Case Response Team. The long-running crime procedural drama has continued to dominate screens, and Season 23 only adds to its legacy with newer challenges, deeper character arcs, and high-stakes investigations.
Following the departure of Director Leon Vance (Rocky Carroll) earlier this season and the high-octane return of Sam Hanna (LL Cool J), fans are bracing for a finale that promises to redefine the series yet again. As the season approaches its finale, here is your definitive guide to NCIS Season 23!
| Premiere | Oct 14, 2025 (CBS, Tuesdays 8/7c) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Leads | Gary Cole (Parker), Sean Murray (McGee), Wilmer Valderrama (Torres), Katrina Law (Knight), Brian Dietzen (Palmer), Diona Reasonover (Kasie), Rocky Carroll (Vance) |
| Stream | Paramount+ (next day) |
When is NCIS Season 23 Episode 18 Releasing?
A still from the show | Credits: CBSNCIS Season 23, Episode 18, titled “Bad Impressions,” is scheduled to air on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, on CBS (via The Futon Critic).
The series has moved to a Tuesday night 8:00 PM ET/PT slot for this season, leading into NCIS: Origins. Following the lengthy winter hiatus caused by the 2026 Winter Olympics, the show will now have its conclusion in May (via Geek Sided).
Here is the release timing table for the upcoming episode:
| Timezone | Release Time |
| EDT (US East Coast) | 8:00 PM (April 28) |
| CDT (Central Daylight) | 7:00 PM (April 28) |
| MDT (Mountain Daylight) | 6:00 PM (April 28) |
| PDT (US West Coast) | 8:00 PM (April 28) |
| AKDT (Alaska Daylight) | 7:00 PM (April 28) |
| HST (Hawaii Standard) | 5:00 PM (April 28) |
| BRT / ART (Brazil / Argentina) | 9:00 PM (April 28) |
| BST (UK, Ireland, Portugal) | 1:00 AM (April 29) |
| CEST (Central Europe) | 2:00 AM (April 29) |
| GST (Gulf Standard Time) | 4:00 AM (April 29) |
| IST (India) | 5:30 AM (April 29) |
| SGT / CST (Singapore / China) | 8:00 AM (April 29) |
| JST (Japan) | 9:00 AM (April 29) |
| AEST (Australia – Brisbane) | 10:00 AM (April 29) |
| ACST (Australia – Adelaide) | 10:30 AM (April 29) |
| AWST (Australia – Perth) | 8:00 AM (April 29) |
However, keep in mind that these timings may differ slightly and may vary from region to region.
Spoiler Alert !!!
Spoiler alert for NCIS Season 23 Episode 18!
What To Expect From NCIS Season 23 Episode 18?
Titled Bad Impressions, in episode 18 of Season 23, we will see the team racing to help one of their team members who has been caught in a conspiracy and is being framed for murder (via The Futon Critic). The conspiracy threatens national security, and the team has to take action before it is too late.
The upcoming episode is set in the aftermath of Episode 17, where Kasie found out that a file was stolen/missing from her laptop. The missing file is the program she built called EDNA, the details of which the upcoming episode will explore.
We expect EDNA to play a pivotal role in Episode 18. Since the system update was secretly moved up to 1 AM, only somebody close to the team would know the schedule and might have stolen or supplied information. This sensitive program can dismantle the entire NCIS digital infrastructure, and the team must clear their colleague’s name before things get out of hand.
How Many Episodes Are in NCIS Season 23?
The Major Case Response Team in the show | Credits: CBSNCIS Season 23 consists of 20 episodes in total. This is a slightly leaner count than the traditional 24-episode seasons of the past. With only three more episodes left, expect higher stakes and unexpected revelations that can shake up the series before its finale.
Where To Watch NCIS Season 23 Online?
The show can be streamed on Paramount+ | Credits: CBSNCIS Season 23 airs on CBS live at the given time. You can either catch the live TV broadcast or watch on demand on the CBS website. You can also catch the live broadcast on Paramount Plus using the Premium plan ($12.99 per month).
Moreover, the episode is made available for streaming the day after on Paramount+ via the Essential plan ($7.99 per month). You can also stream the show via the Fubo CBS bundle.
But in regions where CBS or Paramount Plus is not available, the show can be streamed via partner platforms that vary region to region.
Here is where you can watch the show in different regions:
| Region | Platform |
| United States and Latin America | Paramount+ |
| Canada | Global TV |
| UK, Ireland, Scotland | Disney+ |
| Europe (General) | Paramount+ or partner platforms |
| Australia | Paramount+ |
| Middle East | TOD |
| India | Prime Video |
| Singapore | Prime Video |
| Japan | J:COM / WOWOW |
| Other regions | Paramount+ partner platforms differ regionally due to licensing deals |
Availability may also vary slightly depending on licensing agreements. If the show is not available in your region, you can use a VPN to access the CBS website or Paramount+ to watch the show.
When will NCIS Season 23 Episode 18 air?
NCIS Season 23, Episode 18, titled “Bad Impressions,” will air on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, on CBS and stream the next day on Paramount+.
How many episodes are in Season 23?
There are a total of 20 episodes in NCIS Season 23, a bit less than the initial seasons, which had about 24 episodes.
Has NCIS been renewed for Season 24?
Yes! CBS officially renewed NCIS for Season 24 on January 22, 2026. The show will return for the 2026–2027 fall season.
Is Rocky Carroll leaving NCIS?
Yes. Director Leon Vance officially departed the series after the landmark 500th episode (Episode 13 of this season), following his death in the episode.
Where can I watch NCIS online?
Paramount+ is the primary home for the “NCISverse.” It currently hosts all 23 seasons, including the latest episodes from Season 23.
If you have followed NCIS so far, now is the time to pay close attention, as the final episodes are where everything will come together. What do you think about the upcoming episode? Let us know in the comments section below.
NCIS Season 23 is available for streaming on Paramount+.
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