{"id":3830,"date":"2025-11-15T19:47:30","date_gmt":"2025-11-15T19:47:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=3830"},"modified":"2025-11-15T19:47:30","modified_gmt":"2025-11-15T19:47:30","slug":"why-cbs-ncis-season-23-strategy-might-not-be-enough-to-save-the-show-from-collapsing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=3830","title":{"rendered":"Why CBS\u2019 NCIS Season 23 Strategy Might Not Be Enough To Save the Show From Collapsing"},"content":{"rendered":"

NCIS, a staple of network television for over 20 years, continues to evolve. With multiple spinoffs and changes in tone over the years, the show is now taking a new approach in Season 23, focusing more on its characters than ever before.<\/p>\n

The new season will continue storylines from Season 22, including Parker\u2019s father\u2019s death, Carla\u2019s betrayal, and rising tension between Palmer and Knight. Showrunner Steven D. Binder told TVLine that Season 23 will be more \u201ccharacter-forward,\u201d giving viewers a deeper look into the personal lives of the MCRT team:<\/p>\n

\u201cWe really want to get to everybody in a big way. I know people always say, \u2018I watch the show for the characters\u2019-and I really want to make this a character-forward show in a way we haven\u2019t seen before.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

This trend toward character-centric storytelling aligns with recent spinoffs like\u00a0NCIS: Origins<\/em>\u00a0and the upcoming\u00a0NCIS: Tony &\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Challenge: Compelling Cases<\/strong><\/p>\n

While character development is welcome, NCIS has recently lacked high-stakes weekly cases. Season 22\u2019s cases often felt routine, with only Carla\u2019s betrayal providing the tension reminiscent of earlier seasons. To maintain viewer interest, Season 23 may need to balance personal arcs with the intense, suspenseful cases that made the show a hit.<\/p>\n

How NCIS Can Regain Its Edge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ratings for NCIS have dipped, in part due to competition from streaming services and other series. Reviving the show\u2019s signature thrilling cases and continuing the storyline with formidable villains like Carla Marino could help boost engagement. Historically, NCIS\u2019 most memorable villains have heightened tension and showcased the best of the MCRT-an approach that could save the show from further decline.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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