
NCIS: New Orleans
About
NCIS: New Orleans follows a Navy criminal investigative team in Louisiana’s biggest city.
NCIS: New Orleans is a procedural drama that centers on a group of Naval Criminal Investigative Service agents based in New Orleans, Louisiana. The team, led by Supervisory Special Agent Dwayne "King" Pride, tackles crimes involving military personnel, civilians, and the city’s complex legal and cultural landscape. Episodes blend forensic science, investigative work, and character backstories while showcasing the music, food, and architecture that make New Orleans distinctive, all without revealing major plot twists.
What to know
- Seven seasons total, 155 episodes
- Premiered September 23 2014 on CBS
- Concluded May 23 2021 after season 7
- Runtime: 40–42 minutes per episode
- Stars Scott Bakula, CCH Pounder, Lucas Black
- Theme song “Boom Boom” by Big Head Todd and the Monsters
- Focused on crimes affecting the Navy and Marine Corps
- Available on Paramount+ for streaming
Watch if
If you like tight police procedurals with a strong lead, forensic twists, and a setting that adds rich cultural flavor, NCIS: New Orleans delivers suspenseful investigations, character growth, and a touch of southern charm—all in a consistently engaging format.
Skip if
If you prefer light‑hearted dramas, pure romantic comedies, or shows without mature themes and violence, NCIS: New Orleans may feel too intense and focused on crime‑related content.










