NCIS has been a long-standing staple of television, captivating audiences with its thrilling investigations, complex characters, and team dynamics. Set within the world of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, the show follows special agents as they solve crimes involving the Navy and Marine Corps. But what has kept viewers tuning in for over 20 seasons isn’t just the action—it’s the talented cast of characters who have grown into beloved TV personalities over the years.
From Special Agent Gibbs, who leads the team with a calm yet authoritative presence, to the quirky and intelligent forensic scientist Abby Sciuto, NCIS has given us many iconic characters portrayed by talented actors. Even beyond the main cast, the show has introduced a rotating roster of guest stars and recurring characters, each bringing something special to the series.
If you’ve been an avid fan of NCIS, you’ve likely memorized the faces and names of the team members and their allies over the years. This trivia quiz will challenge you to name the actors behind these famous characters. From the core team to the memorable guest stars, how well do you know the cast of NCIS? Test your knowledge and see if you can name them all!
Who plays Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, the leader of the NCIS team?
David McCallumMichael WeatherlySean MurrayMark HarmonWho portrays Tony DiNozzo, the charming and humorous senior field agent?
Michael WeatherlyWilmer ValderramaBrian DietzenSean MurrayWho plays Abby Sciuto, the forensic scientist known for her quirky and gothic style?
Cote de PabloPauley PerretteSasha AlexanderEmily WickershamWhich actor portrays Timothy McGee, the tech-savvy field agent?
David McCallumRocky CarrollSean MurrayBrian DietzenWho portrays Ziva David, the former Mossad agent who becomes part of the NCIS team?
Maria BelloCote de PabloSasha AlexanderEmily WickershamWho plays Ducky Mallard, the team's medical examiner and historian?
Joe SpanoDavid McCallumBrian DietzenGary ColeWhich actor portrays Jimmy Palmer, Ducky's assistant who later becomes the chief medical examiner?
Joe SpanoWilmer ValderramaBrian DietzenDuane HenryWho plays Director Leon Vance, the head of NCIS?
David Dayan FisherMuse WatsonGary ColeRocky CarrollWho portrays Ellie Bishop, a talented and determined NSA analyst turned NCIS agent?
Connie JacksonKatrina LawEmily WickershamSasha AlexanderWho plays Nick Torres, the undercover agent who joins the NCIS team?
Marco SanchezWilmer ValderramaMatt CravenJ. Claude DeeringWhich actor portrayed Kate Todd, one of the original NCIS agents before her tragic departure?
Connie JacksonSarah Jane MorrisJuliette AngeloSasha AlexanderWho portrays Jack Sloane, the NCIS senior special agent and forensic psychologist?
Susanna ThompsonMaria BelloSarah Jane MorrisMichelle PierceWho plays Clayton Reeves, the MI6 officer who assists NCIS?
Scott William WintersDuane HenryRudolf MartinJack FisherWhich actor portrays Tobias Fornell, the FBI agent and close friend of Gibbs?
Tim KelleherDamon DayoubJoe SpanoJoel GretschWho plays Mike Franks, Gibbs’ mentor and former NCIS agent?
Muse WatsonLucas BlackAdam CampbellScott BakulaWho portrays Dr. Grace Confalone, the therapist who regularly consults for NCIS?
Louise BarnesLaura San GiacomoPaula NewsomeMeredith EatonWho plays Jenny Shepard, the NCIS director who shares a past with Gibbs?
Sandra HessMonica LawsonDionne GipsonLauren HollyWhich actor plays Alden Parker, the NCIS agent who takes over leadership of the team after Gibbs’ departure?
Chris O'DonnellKevin SizemoreScott BakulaGary ColeWho portrays Kasie Hines, the forensic scientist who replaces Abby Sciuto?
Kate HamiltonSusan Kelechi WatsonDaniela RuahDiona ReasonoverWho plays Gerald Jackson, Ducky's first assistant medical examiner?
Erik PassojaPancho DemmingsDaniel ZolghadriAllan LouisWhich actor portrays Ned Dorneget, the NCIS agent who becomes a fan favorite despite his short time on the show?
Matt L. JonesCorey StollRichard SchiffGreg GermannWho plays Margaret Allison Hart, a lawyer with a complicated relationship with Gibbs?
Rena SoferJessica GardnerVera MiaoMary Stuart MastersonWho portrays Special Agent Paula Cassidy, a colleague and friend of the NCIS team?
Anne-Marie JohnsonJessica SteenMimi RogersDina MeyerWho plays Alex Quinn, the former NCIS agent who briefly returns to the team?
Jennifer EspositoKelli WilliamsLouise LombardJaime Ray NewmanWhich actor plays Clayton Jarvis, the Secretary of the Navy who works closely with NCIS?
Jason WilesMike FarrellJames MorrisonMatt Craven