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CBS Greenlights 'NCIS: New York' Spinoff Starring LL Cool J and Scott Caan
The new show will feature the return of LL Cool J as agent Sam Hanna from 'NCIS: Los Angeles'.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:20pm
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The 'NCIS' franchise continues its expansion with a new spinoff series set in the Big Apple.New City TodayCBS has given the green light to a new 'NCIS' spinoff series set in New York City. The show, titled 'NCIS: New York,' will star LL Cool J reprising his role as agent Sam Hanna from the 'NCIS: Los Angeles' series, alongside actor Scott Caan in a lead role. The new spinoff is part of CBS's continued expansion of the popular 'NCIS' franchise, which remains one of the network's most-watched entertainment properties.
Why it matters
The 'NCIS' franchise is one of CBS's most valuable assets, consistently drawing large audiences and providing the network with reliable programming. Expanding the brand to New York City allows CBS to tap into a new setting and characters while still maintaining the core appeal of the long-running 'NCIS' series.
The details
Details about the new 'NCIS: New York' spinoff are still limited, but the show will feature LL Cool J's character Sam Hanna from 'NCIS: Los Angeles' in a lead role, alongside actor Scott Caan in another central part. The new series will be set in New York City, providing a fresh backdrop for the 'NCIS' franchise.
- CBS announced the greenlight for 'NCIS: New York' on April 15, 2026.
The players
LL Cool J
An American rapper, actor, and entrepreneur who will reprise his role as agent Sam Hanna from 'NCIS: Los Angeles' in the new spinoff series.
Scott Caan
An American actor who will take on a lead role in the new 'NCIS: New York' spinoff series.
CBS
A major American television network that has greenlit the new 'NCIS: New York' spinoff as part of its continued expansion of the popular 'NCIS' franchise.
The takeaway
The greenlight for 'NCIS: New York' demonstrates CBS's commitment to the 'NCIS' franchise as a reliable ratings driver. By bringing back a familiar face in LL Cool J and adding a new setting in the Big Apple, the network is aiming to further expand the reach and appeal of the long-running crime drama series.
