Big Twist: Scott Bakula’s Surprise Guest Appearance – Is NCIS or NCIS: Hawaii in for a Shocker?

Now that ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ has concluded its seven-season run, fans wonder if Scott Bakula, who portrayed Special Agent Dwayne Pride, will make appearances in other ‘NCIS’ franchises.

The cancellation of ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ took Bakula by surprise, especially given the challenges faced during the seventh season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the unexpected ending, Bakula expressed his fondness for the city and the show’s team, emphasizing the difficulty of leaving after seven years.

With ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ behind him, fans speculate about Bakula’s potential appearances in future episodes of ‘NCIS’ or the upcoming ‘NCIS: Hawai’i.’ While no official announcements have been made, executive producer Christopher Silber suggests that the idea shouldn’t be dismissed, citing the enjoyment of crossovers by audiences, writers, and actors.

Bakula’s long-standing friendship with Mark Harmon, the force behind ‘NCIS,’ adds to the speculation. The two collaborated on crossovers between ‘NCIS’ and ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ in the past, and Harmon expressed admiration for Bakula’s opportunity to play a role like Special Agent Dwayne Pride.

Fans, drawing parallels with Bakula’s character, Dwayne Pride, theorize about a potential move to the original ‘NCIS’ series. Some believe that this shift could extend the life of CBS’s flagship show, especially considering recent developments in the storyline involving Gibbs’ suspension. However, others argue that Pride’s character is inseparable from the city of New Orleans and may opt for retirement and a peaceful life with Rita.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding Bakula’s future involvement in ‘NCIS,’ fans remain eager to follow his journey, whether as a replacement for Harmon, a guest star, or in a new and uncharted role.