LL COOL J Reacts to 'NCIS' Return With New New York-Set Spinoff (Exclusive)

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LL COOL J is returning to the NCIS universe in a new New York-set spinoff, and he appears excited about stepping back into Sam Hanna’s world. The reveal has him teasing the return with an NCIS-themed post, while the new series is being positioned as NCIS: New York with LL Cool J and Scott Caan leading the cast.

What he’s saying

Coverage around the announcement says LL Cool J reacted warmly to the news and helped build buzz by acknowledging the spinoff on social media. The franchise’s move to New York also makes sense for Sam Hanna’s character, since the show is bringing him back to his hometown.

Why it matters

This marks a big franchise expansion after the strong fan response to the NCIS universe’s recent crossover strategy. The new spinoff gives LL Cool J a fresh lead role while keeping him anchored in a familiar character fans already know.