NCIS: Sydney
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television production |
| Founded | November 10, 2023 |
| Headquarters | Sydney , Australia |
| Products | Television series |
NCIS: Sydney is a military-themed police procedural television series from Australia that first aired on 10 November 2023 via Paramount+ in Australia, followed by its broadcast on Network 10 starting 15 May 2024. Marking the inaugural NCIS franchise spin-off produced outside the United States, the show showcases Australian talent both in front of and behind the camera. The series made its U.S. debut on CBS on 14 November 2023, initially serving as interim programming amid the 2023 Hollywood labor disputes, before being incorporated into the standard lineup for the 2024–25 United States network television schedule. In March 2024, both CBS and Paramount Plus Australia announced a renewal for a second season, which premiered simultaneously on 7 February 2025 in both regions. Subsequently, a third season was confirmed on 21 February 2025, with its premiere scheduled for 14 October 2025 on CBS.
Premise
As an extension of the NCIS universe, NCIS: Sydney centers on a fictional collaborative task force comprising special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) alongside officers of the Australian Federal Police (AFP). Together, they investigate cases connected to American military personnel.[1]
While the narrative is set in Sydney, it is notable that the closest actual NCIS field office within Australia is situated in Perth, roughly away.[2]
Main
- Olivia Swann portrays Michelle Mackey, who serves as NCIS Supervisory Special Agent[3]
- Todd Lasance plays Sergeant Jim "JD" Dempsey, acting as AFP Second-in-Command[3]
- Sean Sagar appears as DeShawn Anthony Jackson, an NCIS Special Agent[3]
- Tuuli Narkle takes on the role of Constable Evie Cooper, AFP Liaison Officer[3]
- Mavournee Hazel features as Bluebird "Blue" Gleeson, forensic scientist for the AFP[3]
- William McInnes acts as Roy "Rosie" Penrose, AFP forensic pathologist[3]
Guests
- Arky Michael as a Russian Orthodox Priest
- Benjamin Rigby in the role of Hansie Dekker
- Bert LaBonté as NCIS Special Agent Ken Carter
- Conrad Coleby portraying Lieutenant Commander Lee
- Daniela Farinacci cast as Foreign Minister Quinn
- Dorian Nkono as Frank Lupo
- Dustin Clare playing Kane / Porter
- Georgina Haig in dual roles as Ana Niemus / Monica Rowe
- Jack Aldo appearing as Grant
- Jake Ryan as Nails
- Lewis Fitz-Gerald featured as Richard Rankin
- Lex Marinos portraying Dimi
- Linal Haft as Frank Doherty
- Matt Holmes playing FBI Special Agent Cummins
- Matt Nable cast as Detective Sergeant Skelton
- Nathan Phillips appearing as Finn
- Nicholas Brown in the role of Quarter Master Rennie
- Richard Huggett acting as Assessor
- Tiriel Mora portraying Theo Blainey
- Tony J Black appearing as Toran
Production
On 16 February 2022, a new spin-off series based in Sydney, Australia, was revealed, with NCIS: Los Angeles producer Shane Brennan involved. The show was developed by Morgan O'Neill, who served as an executive producer alongside Sara Richardson and Sue Seeary, while production was managed by Michele Bennett. Principal photography commenced in May 2023.
On 20 March 2024, NCIS: Sydney received confirmation for a second season, which debuted on 7 February 2025. This season features two special episodes shot in Darwin and its vicinity. Due to its impressive international reception, the series was granted a third season renewal on 21 February 2025.
International broadcast
The show has been available for streaming since 10 November 2023 in New Zealand and the United Kingdom via TVNZ+ and Paramount+, respectively. Paramount Global Content Distribution handles its international distribution, with availability on Paramount+ in select markets.
In the United States, the series premiered on the franchise’s original network, CBS, on 14 November 2023, taking over the Tuesday timeslot previously held by the original series as part of interim programming during the 2023 Hollywood labor disputes. Initially launched exclusively on Paramount+ Australia with tentative plans for global release, CBS renewed it for a second season in March 2024. CBS executive Amy Reisenbach emphasized the show’s strong ratings despite limited new content from the network, securing its continuation. In May 2024, it was announced that the series would shift to a Friday evening primetime slot after Blue Bloods concluded, with this new schedule starting on 7 February 2025. The third season is slated to premiere on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, following its renewal earlier that year.
In Canada, the show premiered simultaneously with CBS on the Global channel on 14 November 2023.
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