NCIS: LA came to an end back in May 2023 after fourteen seasons and more than 300 episodes, shrinking the franchise down to just two shows. Now, however, Daniela Ruah – who played Agent Kensi Blye for all fourteen seasons of the hit show – is set to return to her longtime TV universe. She won't be back as Kensi, however, but to direct two episodes of the two remaining shows. And according to Ruah, it feels just "like coming home."
According to Deadline, Daniela Ruah will direct an episode of NCIS Season 21 this month that airs in March and an episode of NCIS: Hawai'i Season 3 in February that airs in April in the 2024 TV schedule. The actress-turned-director spoke to the outlet about her return to the NCIS universe, saying:
