Michael Weatherly Returns as Tony DiNozzo in NCIS Season 24

Michael Weatherly is officially reprising his iconic role as Very Special Agent Anthony DiNozzo in NCIS Season 24 on CBS.

Unlike his brief tribute appearance in Season 21, Weatherly returns for an extensive, major story arc spanning the full season.

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The decision brings Tony DiNozzo back to the flagship show following the single-season run of the streaming spinoff series NCIS: Tony & Ziva.

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DiNozzo's dramatic comeback arrives as the agency faces a massive leadership shakeup following the dramatic exit of Director Leon Vance.

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Fans will see Tony reunite with long-time colleague Timothy McGee alongside newer team members Parker, Torres, and Knight.

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CBS confirmed that Season 24 will keep its anchor slot on Tuesday nights as part of the network's Fall primetime schedule lineup.

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DiNozzo’s long-awaited homecoming marks one of the biggest franchise narrative resets since Mark Harmon's departure as Gibbs

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