Michael Weatherly Critiques NCIS: Tony and Ziva Spinoff Title!

As the 2024 TV lineup unfolds, new details about the upcoming NCIS spinoff featuring Tony and Ziva have emerged, including its tentative title, “NCIS: Tony & Ziva.” Initially met with mixed reactions from fans, some expressing reservations about the title’s simplicity, preferring more creative options like “NCIS: Trust No One” or “NCIS: D&D (DiNozzo and David),” particularly considering the show’s setting in Europe, specifically Budapest.

Michael Weatherly, discussing the spinoff with Cote De Pablo at the Monte Carlo TV festival, hinted at potential regrets regarding the title choice. He emphasized the pivotal role of Tony and Ziva’s daughter, Tali, in the series, suggesting that perhaps the show should be titled “NCIS: Tony, Ziva, and Tali” to better reflect their family dynamic and storyline. Weatherly underscored how Tali’s presence introduces new complexities, blending personal responsibilities with global crises, promising a departure from the traditional NCIS format.

The spinoff, slated for Paramount+ and benefiting from a streaming format, won’t adhere strictly to the procedural structure of its predecessor, allowing more flexibility in storytelling and episode count. Although filming has yet to commence as of the festival, scheduled for this summer, the series isn’t expected to debut until late 2024 or possibly 2025, offering potential for the title to undergo revisions based on feedback and further development.