The wait is almost over for fans of the NCIS franchise’s Australian chapter. NCIS: Sydney Season 3 returns from its break with new episodes starting March 3, 2026. The show stopped after episode 8 in December 2025. Now the team is back to solve more cases.
The series made history as the first NCIS show set completely outside the United States. It mixes American NCIS agents with the Australian Federal Police (AFP). The show has become a solid hit for CBS and Paramount+. Viewers like the fresh setting and the chemistry between the two lead actors.
When Episode 14 Releases
NCIS: Sydney Season 3 Episode 14 will release on April 7, 2026. New episodes air every Tuesday night. The show is part of CBS’s special NCIS night. NCIS and NCIS: Origins air before it.
Here is the complete release schedule for the remaining season:
- Episode 9 (South of Nowhere) – March 3, 2026
- Episode 10 (Van Life) – March 10, 2026
- Episode 11 (Berthed) – March 17, 2026
- Episode 12 (Lone Wolf: Part One) – March 24, 2026
- Episode 13 (Lone Wolf: Part Two) – March 31, 2026
- Episode 14 (Death Card) – April 7, 2026
- Episode 15 (TBA) – April 14, 2026
- Episode 16 (TBA) – April 21, 2026
- Episode 17 (TBA) – April 28, 2026
- Episode 18 (TBA) – May 5, 2026
- Episode 19 (TBA) – May 12, 2026
- Episode 20 (TBA) – May 20, 2026
Season 3 will have 20 episodes in total. This makes it the longest season of the show so far.
Where to Watch Episode 14
You can watch NCIS: Sydney Season 3 Episode 14 on CBS at 10 PM ET/PT. The episode also streams on Paramount+.
If you have the Paramount+ Premium plan, you can watch the episode live as it airs on CBS. If you have the Essential plan, the episode appears on the platform the next day. The show is also available in Australia on Network 10 and Paramount+ Australia.
Global streaming times for Episode 14 on April 7, 2026:
- USA: 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT (CBS and Paramount+)
- Australia: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM AEST (Paramount+)
- United Kingdom: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 3:00 AM BST (Paramount+)
- Canada: Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET (Paramount+)
- India: Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 7:30 AM IST (Paramount+)
What to Expect in Episode 14
Episode 14 is titled Death Card. The official plot summary is not yet available. But the season has been building toward major problems for the team. The midseason return showed the team stuck in Antarctica. They had to solve a murder at a research base before their plane froze.
The main theme of Season 3 is that the past catches up with you. Showrunner Morgan O’Neill wanted to explore how people cannot run from their history. This idea affects every member of the team.
“The big theme this season is that the past is going to catch up with you. That’s made very clear right from the start—you can’t run from your past.”
— Olivia Swann, who plays Michelle Mackey
The first eight episodes set up several ongoing stories. Bluebird “Blue” Gleeson has a mysterious past. Her so-called “family” is hunting her for unknown reasons. DeShawn Jackson hid important evidence in a court-martial case. He did this to protect someone close to him. Episode 14 will likely push these stories further.
The Main Cast Returning for Episode 14
The full team is back for Episode 14. Here is the main cast of NCIS: Sydney Season 3:
- Olivia Swann as NCIS Special Agent Michelle Mackey
- Todd Lasance as AFP Sergeant Jim “JD” Dempsey
- Sean Sagar as NCIS Special Agent DeShawn Jackson
- Tuuli Narkle as AFP Constable Evie Cooper
- Mavournee Hazel as AFP Forensic Scientist Bluebird “Blue” Gleeson
- William McInnes as AFP Forensic Pathologist Dr. Roy Penrose
The show got renewed for a fourth season on January 22, 2026. This happened during the winter break. It shows that CBS and Paramount+ believe in the show’s future.
What Happened Before the Break
The last episode before the break was Episode 8, titled Turkey Shoot. It aired on December 9, 2025. In that episode, a suspect tied to a true-crime podcast was killed. The team had to figure out if a superfan took justice into their own hands.
The show then took a break for the holidays. Episode 9 brought the team to Antarctica. The cold setting made things very hard for the team. They had limited time before their plane engine froze. This would trap them in darkness for six months.
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How to Catch Up on Season 3
If you missed the first eight episodes, you can watch them now. All aired episodes of NCIS: Sydney Season 3 are streaming on Paramount+. You can also watch Seasons 1 and 2 on the platform.
Paramount+ is the main home for the NCIS universe. You can also watch the original NCIS, NCIS: Origins, NCIS: New Orleans, and NCIS: Tony & Ziva there. The service offers a 7-day free trial for new users in many regions.
The stakes for the team keep getting higher. The new episodes will test their trust in each other. Episode 14 will continue this pattern. Make sure to tune in on April 7 to see what happens next.
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