Michael Weatherly has an exciting NCIS: Tony & Ziva news, here's what we know

Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo are formally reprising their iconic roles as Tony DiNozzo and Ziva David in an all-new spinoff series. The announcement made enormous waves, especially with hardcore fans who had been waiting for years to find out what became of Tony and Ziva after that heart-wrenching reunion on the mother NCIS show.

This spinoff, NCIS: Tony & Ziva, is going to bring their tale in a new and daring direction. For years, fans have been speculating and guessing about their future through fan theories, and finally, the show will put everything in perspective while bringing new challenges to the iconic duo. The chemistry between Weatherly and de Pablo was among the strengths of NCIS, and fans can be assured that such chemistry will make a comeback in a big way.

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In an announcement on Thursday, Michael Weatherly, who plays Tony DiNozzo, told his X followers the exciting news that the first season is already wrapped up.

"Ahhh… finally wrapping Season 1 of NCIS: Tony & Ziva… and feeling how much I love bathtubs."

What is the new NCIS spinoff about?

The new series, titled NCIS: Tony & Ziva, will follow the lives of Tony and Ziva as they bring up their daughter Tali in Europe. Following the dramatic return of Ziva and subsequent exit from NCIS, she reappeared with Tony and Tali, but not much was known about what followed next.

Now, fans will catch a glimpse of their life together. But their new life becomes dramatic and dangerous when Tony's security company is attacked. With their families in jeopardy, Tony and Ziva have to go underground, having to move through a world of danger they never anticipated and adrenaline-filled action. The show will incorporate suspenseful mystery plots with relationship drama, delivering viewers a balance of suspense, intrigue, and emotional moments.

Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo join the executive team

Besides reprising their characters, Weatherly and de Pablo are joining the team as executive producers of the series. They have been instrumental in guiding the direction of the show, making sure that it remains faithful to Tony and Ziva's characters and introducing thrilling new plot twists. Both the actors have confirmed they love this project and that they have been long pondering over this plot for years.

They aim to create a show that is equally a mix of action, drama, humor, and emotional depth, remaining faithful to the NCIS legacy but providing fans with a new insight into Tony and Ziva's lives.

Where and when will the show debut?

The spinoff is set to be released on Paramount+ in 2025, but no launch date was indicated. The program will consist of 10 episodes, so it will be a suspenseful and engaging experience.

Paramount+ has been continuing to build out its slate of NCIS-branded shows, and this spinoff should be one of the most highly awaited premieres. The service has not yet disclosed if the show will stream outside the U.S. at its initial launch, but since the show is international in setting, there is a good likelihood that it will stream internationally as well.

Where will the spinoff be set?

In contrast to the original NCIS series, which is mostly set in the U.S., this spinoff will be international in scope. The action follows Tony and Ziva through different locations in Europe, offering a new setting for the show. Filming abroad gives the show a cinematic feel, setting it apart from the other NCIS shows.

European locales also make possible a new spin on the investigations and police relationships since Tony and Ziva are not working in the known NCIS universe anymore. They will now need to negotiate untried legal systems, different enemies, and being foreign fugitives.

How does this spinoff fit into the NCIS universe?

The NCIS franchise has expanded significantly over the years, with spinoffs like NCIS: Los Angeles, NCIS: New Orleans, and NCIS: Hawai’i. However, NCIS: Tony & Ziva is unique because it brings back two of the franchise’s most beloved characters in a storyline deeply tied to the original series.

Tony and Ziva's relationship was one of the most intriguing storylines in NCIS, and their off-screen reunion left their storyline open. This new spinoff seeks to fill the gap between their then and now, providing fans with the closure they've been holding out for and freshly and thrillingly expanding the NCIS universe.

What to expect from the series

Although certain plot points are kept under wraps, fans can look forward to high-stakes action scenes as Tony and Ziva live life on the lam, emotional complexity as they evolve as parents to Tali as they confront unforeseen threats, and engaging mystery plotlines, consistent with the investigative work of NCIS.

A mix of humor, drama, and the signature Tony and Ziva chemistry will surely be part of the package. Weatherly and de Pablo have intimated that the series will blend espionage, adventure, and individual drama in equal measures to serve both as a continuation of the NCIS universe and as a self-contained series for new viewers.

The return of Tony and Ziva is one of the biggest news items in recent NCIS history. Ever since fans had been speculating about what the future held for them, NCIS: Tony & Ziva will bring their story back to television. With an international setting, a riveting premise, and the return of two familiar actors, the spinoff promises to be worth watching when it airs in 2025.