CBS is significantly expanding its popular "NCIS" universe with the official order of "NCIS: New York," a new series set to debut this fall. This latest development confirms the return of fan-favorite LL COOL J as Sam Hanna, who will anchor the new franchise installment. Sam Hanna, a character deeply embedded in the "NCIS" lore, will return to his hometown of New York City, taking on a leading role within a brand-new field office.

In "NCIS: New York," Sam Hanna is slated to partner with a "roguish agent" portrayed by Scott Caan, leading a fresh team through high-stakes missions. These missions will be intricately tied to New York City's critical status as one of the world's most vital cities and ports. The series is strategically scheduled to air on Tuesdays at 9 p.m., creating a strong prime-time block between the flagship "NCIS" at 8 p.m. and "NCIS: Origins" at 10 p.m. Later in the midseason, "NCIS: Sydney" will assume the 10 p.m. slot.

The creative team behind "NCIS: New York" brings a blend of seasoned franchise expertise and fresh vision. The pilot is developed by R. Scott Gemmill, known for creating "The Pitt" and serving as showrunner for seven seasons on "NCIS: Los Angeles," where he also wrote throughout its entire 14-season run. Byron Balasco, creator of "Kingdom," will take the helm as showrunner for the new series, aiming to infuse it with a distinct voice while respecting the franchise's legacy.

LL COOL J's return as Sam Hanna has been anticipated, with earlier comments from executive producer Steven D. Binder hinting at his future involvement. After a guest appearance on the flagship "NCIS," Binder expressed the sentiment that "LL always has a place at NCIS," citing only logistical and scheduling challenges as potential bottlenecks. Diona Reasonover, who plays Kasie Hines, also noted the positive impact of Sam's involvement, stating that his presence often disrupted the normal flow in a beneficial way. These remarks are now understood as precursors to Sam Hanna's more permanent return to the "NCIS" universe, which continues to air on CBS and stream on Paramount+.

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