NCIS: Season 17

2019
20 episodes

Season 17 of NCIS premiered on September 24, 2019 and has 20 episodes, from "Out of the Darkness" to "The Arizona". The last episode aired on April 14, 2020.

Where to watch NCIS

In the United States, you can stream NCIS on Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Plus and Philo. It is also free on Spectrum On Demand. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 94 countries.

Where to watch

Episodes

Episode 1Out of the DarknessAired September 24, 2019
Ziva surprises Gibbs with a cryptic warning, prompting him to question why she remained underground for years while being presumed dead by family and friends, and what led to her return.
- 43m
- Directed by Terrence O'Hara
- Written by Gina Lucita Monreal
Guest stars
- Cote De Pablo Ziva David
- Mouzam Makkar Sahar
- Dale Godboldo Cy
- Hossein Mardani Mister Rogers
- Nolan Freeman Willie
- Monib Abhat Security Guard #1
- Damon Dayoub Adam Eshel
- Elayn J. Taylor Odette Malone
Episode 2Into the LightAired October 1, 2019
With their lives in danger, Gibbs and Ziva’s rogue investigation takes an unexpected turn when a possible terrorist plot is revealed.
- 41m
- Directed by Tony Wharmby
- Written by Steven D. Binder
Guest stars
- Cote De Pablo Ziva David
- Mouzam Makkar Sahar
- William O'Leary Martin Freydano
- Darri Ingolfsson Dwight Colton
- Rich Hutchman Deputy Andrews
- Teddy Lane Jr. Deputy Barney
- Cherie Jimenez Senator Ortega
- Mark Krenik Suicide Bomber 1 (uncredited)
Episode 3Going MobileAired October 8, 2019
After the body of a Marine Lieutenant is found hidden under an 18-wheeler, the NCIS team tracks the vehicle’s previous locations to pinpoint the crime scene and suspect.
- 43m
- Directed by Tom Wright
- Written by Scott Williams
Guest stars
- Cliff Chamberlain Peter Buck
- Frankie J. Allison Vince Pierman
- Ellen Geer Esther Daniels
- David DeLuise Michael Franklin
- Dylan Vox Lou Jinks
- David L. King Zullow Senior Vice President Lance Rama
- Tatiana Carr Sara Jones
- Paulina Lule Military Police Officer Vera Armstrong
Episode 4Someone Else's ShoesAired October 15, 2019
The NCIS team links a bizarre crime scene at Arlington National Cemetery to a string of attacks on homeless veterans.
- 42m
- Directed by Michael Zinberg
- Written by Christopher J. Waild
Guest stars
- Joseph Lee Anderson Barney Williams
- Dana L. Wilson Erica Bell
- Anastasia Baranova Melissa Canon
- Devan Chandler Long Terry Kemper
- Brent Bailey Kyle Freeman
- David Carpenter Henry Hoss
- Ellen Ratner May Stern
- Jennifer L. Marshall Francesca Rinaldi
Episode 5Wide AwakeAired October 22, 2019
NCIS investigates Marine Corporal Laney Alimonte after evidence suggests she murdered her neighbor while being treated for insomnia by a hypnotherapist.
- 43m
- Directed by Diana Valentine
- Written by Brendan Fehily
Guest stars
- Camryn Grimes Laney Alimonte
- Tosin Morohunfola Wayne Pershing
- Karissa Vacker Louise Banner
- Hope Banks Hihobirdie
- Jason Woods Rick Romero
- Alex Nevil Male Patient
- Noreen O'Neill Audrey
- Louise Barnes Sarah
Episode 6InstitutionalizedAired November 5, 2019
After a Petty Officer’s son is found murdered at his “welcome home from prison” party, evidence suggests Kasie’s lifelong best friend, Dante Brown, is the suspect.
- 43m
- Directed by Tony Wharmby
- Written by David J. North
Guest stars
- Devale Ellis Dante Brown
- Wayne Lopez Desmond Walters
- Bertila Damas Renee Quichera
- Elizabeth Laidlaw Rita Brindle
- Eduardo Ambriz DeColosio Ricky McCoy
- Martin Copping Benny
- Brent Gutierrez Kendall 'Trey' Quichera
- Carl Donelson Edgar Ramirez
Episode 7No VacancyAired November 12, 2019
While investigating a Marine’s murder, the NCIS team uncovers a labyrinth of live-streaming spy cameras hidden in the rooms of a Virginia motel.
- 43m
- Directed by Rocky Carroll
- Written by Marco Schnabel
Guest stars
- Kevin Kilner Patrick Norian
- Zak Steiner Richard Devol
- Lisa LoCicero Elena Devol
- Aaron Craven U.S. Congressman for Virginia Eric Riley
- Jessica Cavanagh Monica Shaw
- Frank Clem Phil Rutland
- Eugene Shaw Master Sergeant Neil Koh
- Alina Phelan Amy
Episode 8Musical ChairsAired November 19, 2019
The NCIS team investigates the murder of a musician in the Navy’s most elite band that performs at diplomatic events around the world.
- 41m
- Directed by Michael Zinberg
- Written by Kate Torgovnick May
Guest stars
- Emma Bell Hannah McClain
- Eyas Younis Neil Farzad
- Link Ruiz Hugo Grava
- Eric Winzenried Andrew Hopper
- Owen Saxon Luke Undervoy
- Richie Rosales John Warren
- Peg Shirley Mature Woman
- Kate Hamilton Faith Tolliver
Episode 9IRLAired November 26, 2019
The NCIS team investigates a Petty Officer's murder that was livestreamed on a popular gaming app.
- 43m
- Directed by Terrence O'Hara
- Written by Christopher J. Waild
Guest stars
- Rick Overton Elmer Barlow
- Paul Norwood Jesse Gilford
- Tyler Francavilla Dustin Vanderschmitt
- Sonya Leslie Nancy
- Serafina Polite Emma
- Christopher Bencomo Ian Rojas
- Briana Cuoco Rosalind
- Louise Barnes Sarah
Episode 10The North PoleAired December 17, 2019
Gibbs and the team help Ziva with the "one thing" she said she'd take care of before returning to her family.
- 43m
- Directed by James Whitmore Jr.
- Written by Gina Lucita Monreal
Guest stars
- Cote De Pablo Ziva David
- Louise Barnes Sarah
- Damon Dayoub Adam Eshel
- Elayn J. Taylor Odette Malone
- Jack Fisher Phineas
- Tom McComas Gabriel Cross (uncredited)
- Usman Ally Victor Mir
- Jeremy Batiste Security Guard Joe
Episode 11In the WindAired January 7, 2020
Gibbs must face the consequences of helping Ziva with "the one thing" she said she'd take care of before returning to her family.
- 42m
- Directed by Rocky Carroll
- Written by Scott Williams
Guest stars
- Cote De Pablo Ziva David
- Louise Barnes Sarah
- Karri Turner Micki Kaydar
- Emelia Golfieri Tali
- Layla Golfieri Tali
- Jack Fisher Phineas
- Paul Riley Fox TSA Agent Sandlock (uncredited)
- Phil Idrissi Big Lou
Episode 12Flight PlanAired January 14, 2020
The NCIS team investigates an F-18 crash and the subsequent disappearance of the pilot.
- 43m
- Directed by Tawnia McKiernan
- Written by Brendan Fehily
Guest stars
- Lyndon Smith Lieutenant Rebecca Weeks
- Jonathan Chase Commander Marshall May
- Patrick Duffy Ret. Lieutenant Commander Jack Briggs
- Megan Gallagher Jennifer Leo
- JB Tadena Lonnie Franklin
- Jeremy Denzlinger NCHP Colonel Bill Timmons
- Jennifer Sun Bell Air Traffic Controller Amelia Garcia
- Chris Gann Captain Henry Nikolai
Episode 13Sound OffAired January 21, 2020
After a body is found at an unmanned aerial vehicle testing site, the NCIS team must determine if the death was murder or an accident.
- 42m
- Directed by William Webb
- Written by Lisa Di Trolio
Guest stars
- Katie Leclerc Marine Staff Sergeant Diana Murphy
- William R. Moses Edison Geary
- David Burke George Ingram
- Peter Graham Christopher Crane
- Mo Beatty Payload Operator
- Amir M. Korangy Professor Zahir Najjar
- Adam Zastrow Ronald Kepczak
- Timothy Hornor Ian
Episode 14On FireAired January 28, 2020
After Torres and Bishop are victims of a hit-and-run, Torres fights for his life in the Intensive Care Unit.
- 43m
- Directed by Mark Horowitz
- Written by David J. North and Steven D. Binder
Guest stars
- Nikolai Nikolaeff Xavier Zolotov
- Emilia Ares Layla Zolotov
- Lisa Kaminir Dr. Romero
- Benjamin Poe Bodyguard (uncredited)
- Alex Flash Russian Guard (uncredited)
- Burl Moseley Male Nurse
- Kenzie Dalton Colleen Kennedy
- Roberts Jekabsons Bodyguard Yuri
Episode 15Lonely HeartsAired February 11, 2020
The lead suspect in an NCIS murder investigation is a woman Gibbs' friend, Phillip Brooks, met on a dating site.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael Zinberg
- Written by Marco Schnabel
Guest stars
- Daphne Zuniga Stacy Gordon
- Andy Comeau Detective Tom Logan
- Brynn Thayer Sheriff Mary Talbot
- Don Lake Phillip Brooks
- Brian Ames Matthew Duques
- Desi Dennis-Dylan Sloane Jackston
- Caroline Whitney Smith Molly
- Bryce McBratnie Chet
Episode 16EphemeraAired February 18, 2020
While investigating the suicide of a retired Navy officer who left a rare, valuable - and possibly stolen - coin to the National Museum of the Navy, the team imagines themselves in his life story in order to piece together how the coin ended up in his possession.
- 43m
- Directed by Diana Valentine
- Written by Christopher J. Waild
Guest stars
- Nike Doukas Marie Stanhope
- Gregory Itzin Spencer Downing
- K Callan Bertha Jones-Delacroix
- Joe Renteria Art Amador
- Lisa Chamberlain Young Annie Downing
Episode 17In a NutshellAired March 10, 2020
As the NCIS team investigates the death of a Navy officer murdered the same way as his parents a decade ago, they stumble across a storage container filled with dollhouses that display recreations of murder scenes.
- 41m
- Directed by Michael Zinberg
- Written by Katie White
Guest stars
- Logan Pepper Dylan
- Gary Hudson Detective John Fioscher
- Abby Carter Claire O'Donnell
- Paul Johansson Porter Brandt
- Damien Leake Henry Bennett
- Allene Quincy Goth Wannabe
- Susan Louise O'Connor Woman in Cat Sweater
- Danny Max News Reporter
Episode 18SchooledAired March 24, 2020
The team searches for answers when the body of a well-regarded Navy technician in the Reserves is found floating in a lake where a popular community event is being held.
- 42m
- Directed by Alrick Riley
- Written by Steven D. Binder and Kate Torgovnick May
Guest stars
- Kate Hamilton Faith Tolliver
- Jeremiah Birkett Dean Neil Patterson
- Patrick Cage Taye Tanner
- Iris Bahr Beverly Berkshire
- Matthew Ashford Rick Martel
- Chelsea Tavares Ramona Whistler
- Armen Nahapetian Allen
- Joshua Dov Portland Douglas
Episode 19BlarneyAired March 31, 2020
When Kasie and Jimmy are held hostage in a diner after a jewelry store robbery goes awry, they attempt to keep the other customers safe from the thieves.
- 42m
- Directed by Rocky Carroll
- Written by Scott Williams
Guest stars
- Leif Gantvoort Max Devendorf
- Shahine Ezell Lenny
- Scott Deckert Bobby
- Bellina Logan Commander Roberta Stock
- Siri Miller Melissa Spagnolo
- Casey Leach Danny Spagnolo
- Connie Jackson Elaine
- Linsay Rousseau M.P.D. Cop
Episode 20The ArizonaAired April 14, 2020
The team tries to verify the identity of Joe Smith, who claims he served on the U.S.S. Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor, and wants to be buried there upon his death.
- 43m
- Directed by James Whitmore Jr.
- Written by Gina Lucita Monreal
Guest stars
- Christopher Lloyd Joseph Smith
- Peter Murnik Michael Caplinger
- Jessica Tuck Gloria Caplinger
- Sebastian Sozzi Kevin Deacon
- Dawn Matthews Alice Jelani
- Sofie Calderon Joan