‘NCIS’ Stars Reveal the Truth: Who Would — and Wouldn’t — Ever Return to the Franchise Full information below 👇 💬
As NCIS continues to evolve, one question never stops haunting fans: which former stars would actually come back… and which ones have closed that chapter for good?
Over the years, several beloved cast members have finally addressed the possibility of returning — and their answers may surprise you.
Emily Wickersham, who portrayed Ellie Bishop, has spoken fondly about her time on the show, leaving the door open for a potential return under the right circumstances. Fans have never stopped hoping to see Bishop reunite with Torres, and her comments have only fueled that speculation.
Mark Harmon, the face of Leroy Jethro Gibbs, has been more measured. While he has never ruled out appearing again entirely, he has made it clear that his journey as a series regular is complete. Still, even the slightest hint of a cameo sends shockwaves through the fandom.
Other former stars have been far more definitive — some expressing gratitude for the experience while firmly stating they’re ready to move on, while others admit they’d return in a heartbeat if the story felt right.
The truth is, NCIS has always been about legacy. And as long as the series continues, the possibility of familiar faces resurfacing will never fully disappear.
For fans, hope remains — because in the world of NCIS, goodbyes are rarely permanent.
