Now that they’re the focus of their own spinoff, reliving the highs and lows of Tony (Michael Weatherly) and Ziva’s (Cote de Pablo) complicated time together and apart is the ideal way to prepare for the next chapter in their lives. With their daughter, Tali (Isla Gie), playing a vital role in the newest spinoff set in Paris, here’s a helpful compendium of Tony & Ziva’s must-see moments throughout their time together in NCIS.
What Is ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ About?
Before looking back, it’s worth previewing what’s ahead. The seventh franchise entry to date, NCIS: Tony & Ziva, begins with a bang. Ziva David is presumed dead, leaving her longtime partner, Tony DiNozzo, to raise their daughter, Tali DiNozzo, alone. The story jumps ahead several years, when it is revealed that Ziva is alive. Ziva returns to Tony and Tali after Tony’s company is ambushed, forcing the family to flee to Europe and hide out in Paris.
Every Tony & Ziva ‘NCIS’ Episode To Watch
For longtime NCIS fans, re-watching the best episodes featuring Tiva serves as a nostalgic refresher. For newer fans who are less familiar with Tony and Ziva and why they remain so popular, seeing their relationship develop and evolve from the beginning is essential to enjoying the new spinoff. Fortunately, Pokingcave on Tumblr broke down the best of the best of their time together between NCIS Seasons 3 and 17.
Season 3
“Under Covers” is the must-watch Season 3 episode, focusing on Tiva’s undercover assignment.
Season 4
| 4×1 | Shalom |
| 4×3 | Singled Out |
| 4×9 | Twisted Sister |
| 4×11 | Driven |
| 4×16 | Dead Man Walking |
| 4×20 | Cover Story |
| 4×23 | Trojan Horse |
| 4×24 | Angel of Death |
While romantically apart in Season 4, the standout episode is “Dead Man Walking.” It shows the two are meant for each other.
Season 5
A light Tiva season, “Stakeout” has the best repartee between Tony and Ziva.
Season 6
| 6×1 | Last Man Standing |
| 6×2 | Agent Afloat |
| 6×5 | Nine Lives |
| 6×8 | Cloak |
| 6×9 | Dagger |
| 6×22 | Legend 1 |
| 6×22 | Legend 2 |
| 6×24 | Semper Fidelis |
| 6×25 | Aliyah |
“Cloak” features the most heartening moments between Tony and Ziva.
Season 7
| 7×1 | Truth or Consequences |
| 7×2 | Reunion |
| 7×4 | Good Cop, Bad Cop |
| 7×10 | Faith |
| 7×12 | Flesh and Blood |
| 7×13 | Jet Lag |
| 7×18 | Jurisdiction |
| 7×24 | Rule Fifty-One |
“Truth or Consequences” ranks among the all-time best Tiva episodes and should not be missed.
Season 8
“Enemies Foreign” and “Enemies Domestic” focus on Ziva’s relationship with her father.
Season 9
“Housekeeping” marks the pinnacle of Tiva’s Season 9 relationship.
Season 10
The two-part “Shell Shock” episode and “Chasing Ghosts” are unmissable Tiva episodes.
Seasons 11-17
| 11×1 | Whiskey Tango Foxtrot |
| 11×2 | Past, Present, Future |
| 11×3 | Under the Radar |
| 11×5 | Once a Crook |
| 12×6 | Parental Guidance Suggested |
| 13×23 | Dead Letter |
| 13×24 | Family First |
| 16×13 | She |
| 17×1 | Out of the Darkness |
| 17×2 | Into the Light |
| 17×10 | The North Pole |
| 17×11 | Into the Wild |
“Dead Letter” and “Family First” are essential Tiva episodes that also introduce Tali and feature Tony’s fond farewell. NCIS is available to stream on Paramount+.
