NCIS

2003 • TV-14

From murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen submarines, a team of special agents investigates any crime that has any connection to Navy and Marine Corps personnel, regardless of rank or position.

Content advisory

LGBTQ+ Characters/Relationships

Unrated — The show has included recurring LGBTQ+ characters and respectful depiction of same-sex relationships among main and secondary cast members over time.

Language

moderate — Language includes some moderate use of strong words and occasional profanity, generally limited to words like 'damn,' 'hell,' and occasional stronger language but rarely frequent or harsh enough to be considered heavy.

Mature Themes

moderate — Themes regularly include death, loss, grief, terrorism, and moral complexity in investigations, reflecting the serious nature of crimes involving military personnel.

Scary/Intense Content

mild — There are occasional tense or suspenseful moments with mild psychological unease related to investigations and crimes, but no heavy horror or disturbing imagery.

Sexual Content & Nudity

mild — Romantic relationships and mild sexual references are present; occasional kissing and suggestion of off-screen sexual activity occur but no explicit sexual scenes or nudity.

Substance Use

mild — Substance use is minimal, with occasional background or brief references to alcohol use, generally depicted in a responsible or casual manner without glorification.

Violence & Gore

moderate — The series frequently depicts violent crime scenes, including shootings, murders, and physical confrontations, but graphic details are usually limited and not prolonged. Injuries and deaths are common but shown in a procedural context without excessive gore.