NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3 - Exciting Updates, Official Release Date & Surprising Twists!

Summary

NCIS: Hawai'i is the first spin-off of the franchise to take place outside of the contiguous United States, featuring a diverse cast and a unique setting.

NCIS: Hawai'i season 3 has been confirmed, and loyal fans can expect it to be worth the wait despite facing delays caused by strikes. The release date is currently uncertain, as negotiations and production are yet to commence, but it will be broadcast on CBS and Paramount+.

NCIS: Hawai’i is the third successful spin-off of CBS's NCIS series, and despite facing delays, there is plenty of news surrounding NCIS: Hawai’i season 3. The original NCIS debuted in 2003 as a spin-off of the military legal drama JAG, but instead of focusing on courtroom drama, NCIS centers around investigations. While the main NCIS series is set in Washington, DC, each spin-off takes place in a different location. NCIS: Hawai’i is the first to be set outside the contiguous United States.

The show revolves around Vanessa Lachey's character Jane Tennant, the first female Supervisory Special Agent in NCIS history to oversee the Pearl Harbor area. This is also the first time the NCIS franchise has featured a woman as the permanent team leader. With its diverse cast and unique setting, NCIS: Hawai’i has gained a dedicated following since its debut in 2021. Although fans will have to wait longer than anticipated for season 3, it's likely to be worth it.

Latest NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3 News

NCIS: Hawai'i season 3 is currently facing indefinite delays, along with several other fall dramas on CBS. The SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes have caused production to pause on renewed series until fair compensation negotiations for writers and actors are concluded. This means that NCIS: Hawai'i season 3 will not be premiering in 2023, as filming typically takes place in the summer and fall, with episodes premiering in the fall and spring. However, production has yet to commence for the third season in 2023.

NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3 Is Confirmed

NCIS: Hawai'i season 3 was renewed in early 2023. CBS confirmed that the series would return in February when it also announced a renewal for season 21 of NCIS.

NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3 Release Date

The release date for the third season of NCIS: Hawai'i is uncertain, with possibilities ranging from an early 2024 midseason premiere to CBS potentially holding it for the start of the 2024-2025 season. The final decision will depend on the resolution of ongoing negotiations and the series' ability to enter production.

Where To Watch NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3

NCIS: Hawai'i season 3 will be broadcasted on the network that has been the franchise's home since its premiere. Fans can catch the live airing of NCIS: Hawai'i season 3 on CBS and then watch it on Paramount+ the following day. Although CBS initially scheduled the series to air on Mondays at 10 PM in their fall lineup announcement, the time slot may change as more shows enter into production. As fans eagerly await the new season, they can stream the first two seasons of NCIS: Hawai'i on Paramount+.

NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3 Cast

No major cast changes have been announced for NCIS: Hawai'i season 3, so the cast should still include Vanessa Lachey as Jane Tennant, Alex Tarrant as Kai Holman, Noah Mills as Jesse Boon, Yasmine Al-Bustami as Lucy Tara, Tori Anderson as Kathrine Marie "Kate" Whistler, and Jason Antoon as Ernie Malik. It was also revealed at the end of season 2 that LL Cool J from NCIS: Los Angeles will make a recurring appearance as Sam Hanna in season 3, potentially paving the way for other cast members from the NCIS franchise to appear on the show. Daniela Ruah is also open to returning as Kensie Bly. While not officially confirmed, Julie White and Henry Ian Cusick could possibly come back in recurring roles for season 3, as they played significant characters in season 2. White portrayed a former mentor of Jane Tennant who is now a fugitive, while Cusick portrayed an internal affairs agent working with the team. It seems likely that both of their characters will be revisited in NCIS: Hawai'i season 3.

Also expected to appear in the NCIS: Hawai'i season 3 cast are:

Kian Talan as Alex Tennant

Mahina Napoleon as Julie Tennant

Anthony Ruivivar as Daniel Tennant

Enver Gjokaj as Captain Joe Milius

Sharif Atkins as Captain Norman ‘Boom Boom’ Gates

Seana Kofoed as Commander (Dr.) Carla Chase

NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3 Crew

The third season of NCIS: Hawai'i will see the return of executive producers Matt Bosack, Jan Nash, and Christopher Silber. They will continue their roles in both production and writing for the show. No significant changes in the producing or showrunning positions have been announced for the series.

The audience can anticipate episodes directed by Larry Teng in NCIS: Hawai'i season 3. As the executive producer and a creative force behind Nancy Drew and Walker Independence, Teng often directs episodes of the TV series he produces.

Amy Rutberg, known for her role as Marci in Daredevil, has also served as a story editor and staff writer on NCIS: Hawai'i since the first season. She is expected to continue in the writer's room once the WGA is able to resume work.

NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3 Story

In NCIS: Hawai'i season 3, the main focus revolves around the question of what the overarching story will be. While the show follows a crime procedural format with weekly mysteries, it often includes ongoing storylines that span the season. These storylines may involve capturing a significant adversary or uncovering a larger mystery that ties multiple cases together. In this season, it seems that Jane is determined to locate her former mentor, who has become a fugitive after eluding custody while assisting with a case. Jane feels a sense of responsibility for their escape.

The involvement of NCIS: Los Angeles character, Sam Hanna, in the series remains uncertain. Given the distinct differences between the Los Angeles and Hawai'i series, with the former focusing on undercover investigations, there is curiosity about how Sam will be woven into the narrative. Considering his sniper skills acquired during his military career, the writers have various options for utilizing his character. Assisting in the pursuit of a fugitive could serve as a recurring role for him, allowing his presence in select episodes rather than appearing physically in every installment.

It’s hard to know more teases about a potential NCIS: Hawai'i season 3 until the series heads back into production.