As NCIS: Los Angeles prepares to bid farewell after 14 incredible seasons, CBS has announced a special retrospective titled “A Salute to ‘NCIS: Los Angeles,’” which will air following the series finale on May 21. The one-hour special will be hosted by Entertainment Tonight’s Kevin Frazier and will be available for streaming on Paramount+.
A Bittersweet Goodbye
Showrunner R. Scott Gemmill expressed gratitude for the opportunity to wrap up the beloved series in a way that honors its legacy. He noted that concluding a long-running show is always a bittersweet experience. “We were blessed to have 14 seasons together, so bringing it to a satisfying end was extremely challenging after so many years,” Gemmill stated. The network’s decision to grant an extra episode allowed the team to tie up loose ends and deliver a fitting farewell for the characters and their journeys.
Final Episodes Overview
The two-part series finale kicks off with “New Beginnings” on May 14, where the team investigates the case of a missing ATF agent and stolen military-grade weapons. Meanwhile, Grisha Callen (Chris O’Donnell) and Anna Kolcheck (Bar Paly) prepare for their wedding, while Devin Rountree’s (Caleb Castille) sister interviews for medical school. The finale will culminate on May 21 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, leading directly into the retrospective special.
Celebrating 14 Years of Memories
“A Salute to ‘NCIS: Los Angeles’” will feature cherished footage, interviews with the cast, and highlights from the show’s extensive run. Fans can look forward to reminiscing about favorite moments, behind-the-scenes insights, and the journey of the characters they’ve grown to love.
The series, which debuted on September 22, 2009, has made a lasting impact, becoming a cornerstone of CBS’s programming and a favorite among viewers. It stars a talented ensemble, including Daniela Ruah, Eric Christian Olsen, LL Cool J, and Linda Hunt, among others.
As NCIS: Los Angeles approaches its conclusion, this retrospective promises to be a heartfelt tribute to a series that has captured the hearts of audiences for over a decade.
