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Tony DiNozzo Returns to NCIS Full-Time!
1 Jul
Summary
- Michael Weatherly is returning to NCIS for a season-long arc.
- Weatherly previously starred as Tony DiNozzo for 13 seasons.
- His recent spinoff, NCIS: Tony & Ziva, was canceled in December.

Michael Weatherly will make a significant return to the NCIS universe, starring in a season-long arc on the flagship series. He is reprising his iconic role as Tony DiNozzo, a character he portrayed for 13 seasons. Weatherly originally departed the series in 2016, leaving fans eager for his return.
His comeback follows the unexpected cancellation of the spinoff NCIS: Tony & Ziva in December. The spinoff reunited him with his former co-star Cote de Pablo. Both actors expressed gratitude to the cast, crew, and fans for the opportunity to explore Tony and Ziva's story further.
This news also comes shortly after Mark Harmon's return to the NCIS universe for the prequel Origins. Season 24 of NCIS, featuring Weatherly, is slated to premiere this fall.