April Fool’s Day is known for its lighthearted pranks and jokes that blur the line between reality and fun. This year, NCIS, the long-running procedural drama in its 22nd season, jumped on the bandwagon with a hilarious spinoff gag that not only caught the attention of fans but also earned approval from its stars and even the Young Sheldon cast.
NCIS Drops “Young NCIS” Poster on Social Media
To celebrate April Fool’s, the official NCIS franchise Instagram account posted a mock poster for a Young NCIS spinoff, blending the hit procedural with the popular CBS show Young Sheldon. The poster featured adorable child versions of the NCIS team, humorously hinting at what the show might look like if its iconic characters were kids.
While the spinoff was purely a joke, many fans in the comments couldn’t help but express their excitement, agreeing that they’d definitely watch the show. Some NCIS stars shared their approval too. Katrina Law, Brian Dietzen, and Diona Reasonover all chimed in with reactions like:
- “I 100% believed.” – Katrina Law
- “Omg.” – Diona Reasonover
- “This one is gonna be special.” – Brian Dietzen
Young Sheldon Gets in on the Fun
It wasn’t just the NCIS cast that got in on the joke. The Young Sheldon official Instagram account played along with a playful comment: “Are you casting?” to which the NCISVerse responded, “I’ll have my people talk to your people.” Fans of both shows eagerly entertained the idea of a Young NCIS series, blending their love for both beloved CBS shows.
NCIS Cast Has a Blast Behind the Scenes
In addition to the Young NCIS gag, NCIS celebrated April Fool’s Day by sharing a behind-the-scenes video featuring stars Sean Murray, Katrina Law, and Wilmer Valderrama discussing pranks. The playful banter between the actors added a lighthearted touch to the intense drama that NCIS often delivers. Viewers also got a glimpse of the scars on Murray and Valderrama’s faces, teasing an intense finish to NCIS Season 22.
Watch NCIS on Paramount+
NCIS fans can catch the latest episodes, including a significant reveal about Parker’s mother, on Paramount+. Subscriptions start at just $7.99 per month, with an upgraded premium plan offering ad-free streaming and Showtime for $12.99 per month.
Will We Ever See Young NCIS?
Though Young NCIS was just an April Fool’s joke, the idea of a kid-friendly spinoff seems like it could be a fun future project. With the NCIS franchise constantly evolving, fans are excited about the possibility of seeing new twists on their favorite characters. For now, we’ll just have to wait and see if the playful teasing leads to something bigger in the future.
Stay tuned, because in the world of NCIS, anything’s possible—especially when it comes to pranks and jokes!
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