CBS has renewed the prequel series NCIS: Origins for a third season in the 2026-27 TV season. The announcement includes renewals for several other popular shows, ensuring their return amid a mix of scripted and unscripted programming. This move highlights the network's commitment to its established franchises.
On January 22, 2026, CBS announced a slate of renewals for the 2026-27 television season, bringing stability to several key series. Among the highlights is NCIS: Origins, the prequel exploring the early career of Supervisory Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, which has been picked up for a third season. The show, starring Austin Stowell as young Gibbs, Mariel Molino as Special Agent Lala Dominguez, Kyle Schmid as Mike Franks, Tyla Abercrumbie as Mary Jo Sullivan, and Diany Rodriguez as Special Agent Vera Strickland, features Mark Harmon as narrator. Set in 1991 at the NCIS Camp Pendleton office, it follows Gibbs forging his path on a ragtag team.
The second season, airing Tuesdays, averages a 0.24 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 4.15 million viewers, marking an 11% dip in the demo but a 7% increase in total viewership compared to season one. It resumes on March 3, 2026, with 18 episodes.
Other renewals include Elsbeth for season four, Fire Country for season five, Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage for season three, Matlock for season three, NCIS for season 24, NCIS: Sydney for season three, and Tracker for season four. Unscripted staples The Amazing Race (season 39) and Survivor (seasons 51 and 52) also return. Previously announced pickups cover Boston Blue and Sheriff Country for season two, FBI for season nine, and Ghosts for season six.
CBS has two new dramas slated: Cupertino, a Silicon Valley-set series reuniting Robert and Michelle King with Mike Colter, and Einstein, starring Matthew Gray Gubler as Albert Einstein's great-grandson. Midseason newcomers include CIA from the FBI universe with Tom Ellis and Jeremy Sisto, and Marshals, a Yellowstone offshoot with Luke Grimes.
Shows on the bubble include freshman comedy DMV and sophomore drama Watson, with fates for 48 Hours, 60 Minutes, Harlan Coben’s Final Twist, Hollywood Squares, and The Road still pending.
