NCIS Season 22 Finale Date and Time
The NCIS Season 22 finale airs on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time on CBS. In Pacific Time, the episode begins at 5:00 PM. The series is also available on Paramount+ with Live TV, and select episodes typically appear on Paramount+ after airing. For viewers in other time zones, check your local listings to convert ET accurately. This finale concludes the 2024–25 season storylines, and the broadcast schedule reflects the network’s standard primetime lineup for the series.
How to Watch the NCIS Finale in 2025
You can watch the NCIS season finale through these verified methods:
- CBS linear TV with an over-the-air antenna or cable/satellite subscription tuned to the local CBS affiliate.
- Paramount+ with Live TV, which includes CBS feeds and cloud DVR.
- CBS.com and the CBS app (Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Android, iOS) with your cable login for authenticated streaming.
- On-demand via Paramount+ after the episode airs live.
Understanding the NCIS Season Finale Format
NCIS typically airs a two-part season finale, with episodes that resolve season-long arcs while advancing ongoing character and case storylines. In network scheduling, the finale is the last episode of the regular season before a planned hiatus, often featuring heightened stakes, cliffhangers, or significant case conclusions. Historically, CBS schedules the finale in late May, aligning with the traditional broadcast season that runs from mid-September to May. These patterns make it easier to anticipate when the next finale will occur each year.
NCIS Finale Date History (Seasons 18–22)
| Season | Finale Date | Episode Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 18 | May 25, 2021 | “Incognito” | Two-part season finale |
| Season 19 | May 24, 2022 | “One Step Forward” | Two-part season finale |
| Season 20 | May 23, 2023 | “Invisible Enemy” | Two-part season finale |
| Season 21 | May 21, 2024 | “In the Wind” | Two-part season finale |
| Season 22 | May 20, 2025 | TBD | Two-part season finale |
Where to Find Official Announcements
For the most reliable updates, consult these sources directly:
- CBS Press Express: press.cbs.com
- NCIS official website: cbs.com/shows/ncis
- NCIS official social channels (X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook).
- Paramount+ release calendar for episode availability.
- TV listings sites such as TV Guide and The Futon Critic.
Planning Ahead: 2025 Finale and What Comes Next
Given historical patterns, expect future NCIS season finales to continue landing in late May, aligned with the traditional broadcast season end. If renewal announcements follow prior schedules, CBS typically orders subsequent seasons several months in advance, with fall premieres in September. Use the finale date as a marker for midseason story resolutions and post-finale speculation, then refer back to official channels for updated renewal and premiere details as they are confirmed.