NCIS fans have been left shocked and outraged after CBS revealed a major decision about the future of the long-running series. In a move no one saw coming, the network announced that season 22 may mark a significant turning point for the show—with no clear plan to bring back fan-favorite characters like Gibbs (Mark Harmon) or Ziva (Cote de Pablo) full-time.

Many fans were holding out hope that the upcoming season would finally deliver the long-anticipated reunion between Tony and Ziva, or even a special return for Gibbs. But CBS’s recent press release confirmed that the storyline will instead shift focus to newer characters—leaving longtime viewers feeling ignored and disappointed.

Social media exploded with frustration. “NCIS without Gibbs feels empty,” one fan commented. Another added, “If we don’t get closure on Tony and Ziva, what was the point?” The announcement has sparked heated debates online, with fans accusing CBS of forgetting what made the show great in the first place.

While the network promises that surprises are still in store, the lack of commitment to honoring the show’s original legacy has many worried. Will season 22 be the beginning of the end—or can NCIS still win back its most loyal viewers.