{"id":2566,"date":"2025-04-09T17:23:05","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T17:23:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=2566"},"modified":"2025-04-09T17:23:05","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T17:23:05","slug":"why-are-there-no-new-ncis-origins-this-week-april-9-when-will-they-return","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=2566","title":{"rendered":"Why Are There No New NCIS & Origins This Week (April 9) & When Will They Return?"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, you tuned in on Tuesday night, snacks in hand, ready for another suspense-filled episode of\u00a0NCIS<\/em>\u00a0or\u00a0NCIS: Origins<\/em>, and\u2014bam! Nada. A rerun. A promo. Anything\u00a0but<\/em> a new episode. You\u2019re not alone. Fans across the country are asking: \u201cWhat happened to NCIS this week?\u201d<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s break it down and give you the inside scoop on why both series are off the air this week and when they\u2019ll finally make their comeback.<\/p>\n

The Short Answer: It\u2019s a Scheduled Hiatus<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sometimes, networks take brief breaks between episodes. That\u2019s exactly what\u2019s happening with\u00a0NCIS<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0NCIS: Origins<\/em> right now. No drama behind the scenes, no production delays (thankfully)\u2014just a planned breather.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0What\u2019s Up With NCIS Season 21?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Is the Season in Trouble?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Nope!\u00a0NCIS<\/em>\u00a0Season 21 is alive and well. But this year\u2019s production schedule was compressed due to the 2023 writers\u2019 and actors\u2019 strikes. As a result, CBS needs to stretch the shortened season out a bit to keep fans engaged until May sweeps.<\/p>\n

How Many Episodes Are There This Season?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Only\u00a010 episodes<\/strong>\u2014yep, it\u2019s shorter than usual. And since we\u2019re already midseason, a pause like this keeps the tension up without burning through all the episodes too quickly.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0NCIS: Origins \u2014 The Hot New Spinoff That\u2019s Also On Hold<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Wait, Why Delay the New Kid on the Block?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

NCIS: Origins<\/em>\u00a0is off this week too, even though it just started building momentum. Why? It airs right after the flagship series and is tightly linked to its schedule. CBS likely didn\u2019t want to air a new Origins episode without a new NCIS episode preceding it.<\/p>\n

Fans Are Hooked\u2014Will the Delay Hurt Viewership?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It might cause some frustration, sure. But if anything, fans may return\u00a0hungrier<\/em>\u00a0for answers about young Gibbs and his early days in the agency.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0When Will NCIS & NCIS: Origins Return With New Episodes?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Mark your calendars\u2014Tuesday, April 16, 2025<\/strong>, is when both\u00a0NCIS<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0NCIS: Origins<\/em> will return to CBS with brand-new episodes.<\/p>\n

According to CBS\u2019s schedule:<\/p>\n

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    NCIS<\/strong>\u00a0returns at\u00a09\/8c<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    NCIS: Origins<\/strong>\u00a0follows at\u00a010\/9c<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Get ready for back-to-back action!<\/p>\n

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    \u00a0Why Do Shows Like NCIS Take Breaks Midseason?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    It\u2019s not just\u00a0NCIS<\/em>. Tons of network shows take similar pauses. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n

    1. The Strike-Shortened Season<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Like we said, the strikes in 2023 caused massive production delays. Networks are now spacing out content more carefully.<\/p>\n

    2. Ratings Strategy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    CBS wants peak viewership during sweeps periods (like May). Airing all episodes too early would kill that strategy.<\/p>\n

    3. Post-Production Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Even a week-long break can give post-production teams time to fine-tune visual effects, editing, and final cuts.<\/p>\n

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    \u00a0What Should Fans Do in the Meantime?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    1. Catch Up on Missed Episodes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Did you skip an episode or two? Now\u2019s the perfect time to binge and refresh your memory.<\/p>\n

    2. Dive Into NCIS Theories<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Fan forums are ablaze with predictions about what\u2019s next for Gibbs, Parker, and young Mike Franks. Join the speculation\u2014it\u2019s half the fun!<\/p>\n

    3. Revisit Classic NCIS Moments<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Why not rewatch some of the iconic episodes from earlier seasons? There\u2019s nothing like old-school Gibbs head-slaps or Tony-Ziva banter to fill the gap.<\/p>\n

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    \u00a0The Timeline of NCIS Season 21 (So Far)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    What\u2019s Aired:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      Episodes 1 through 5 have already aired, each building tension and teasing deeper mysteries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      We\u2019re past the halfway point of this shorter season.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      What\u2019s Coming:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        Episodes 6\u201310 will roll out weekly starting April 16.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Expect the season finale to air in mid-May 2025.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        \u00a0How Are NCIS & Origins Doing in Ratings?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

        Despite a short season,\u00a0NCIS<\/em>\u00a0remains one of CBS\u2019s top-performing shows.\u00a0NCIS: Origins<\/em>\u00a0has also opened strong, thanks in part to nostalgia, a fresh take, and compelling performances from Austin Stowell and the rest of the young cast.<\/p>\n

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        \u00a0What\u2019s Next for Gibbs in Origins?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

        Let\u2019s be honest\u2014we all want to know what twists lie ahead in\u00a0Origins<\/em>. The flashbacks are slowly pulling back the curtain on Leroy Jethro Gibbs\u2019 complicated past.<\/p>\n

        Expect:<\/p>\n

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          More interactions with Mike Franks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Tension with his father Jackson<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          New layers of depth that feed directly into what we know about present-day Gibbs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          \u00a0Should We Worry About Another Break This Season?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

          It\u2019s possible, but unlikely. With just five episodes left, CBS will likely air them back-to-back leading to a strong May finale. But hey, this is network TV\u2014we never rule out surprises.<\/p>\n

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          \u00a0Fan Reactions to the Break: Mixed Emotions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

          On social media, some fans are using the downtime to speculate and theorize. Others? Not so thrilled. One user tweeted:<\/p>\n

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          \u201cI waited all week for NCIS and got\u00a0nothing<\/em>? This better be worth it next Tuesday.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

          Trust us\u2014it will be.<\/p>\n

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          \u00a0Where to Watch When the Shows Return<\/strong><\/h2>\n

          Make sure you\u2019re ready for April 16:<\/p>\n

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            CBS<\/strong>\u00a0(Live Broadcast)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Paramount+<\/strong>\u00a0(Next-day streaming, or same-night with Premium)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Hulu with Live TV<\/strong>\u00a0(for cord-cutters)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            YouTube TV, FuboTV, and other live services<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Don\u2019t miss it\u2014especially if spoilers are your worst nightmare.<\/p>\n

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            What This Means for the NCIS Universe<\/strong><\/h2>\n

            This break may seem minor, but it plays into a much larger network strategy. CBS has big plans for the\u00a0NCIS<\/em>\u00a0franchise, and these little pauses help keep audiences primed and ready for the next big reveal.\u00a0Origins<\/em>\u00a0may even lead to spin-offs of its own in the future.<\/p>\n

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            \u00a0Final Thoughts: The Calm Before the (Awesome) Storm<\/strong><\/h2>\n

            Sure, we\u2019re missing our favorite agents this week\u2014but sometimes, a little break builds more anticipation. Think of it like a good cliffhanger. You\u2019re teetering at the edge, and next week, the fall (or the flight) begins.<\/p>\n

            So rest easy, NCIS fans. Your favorite agents will be back in action before you know it. And when they return, it\u2019s going to be\u00a0explosive<\/em>.<\/p>\n

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