The NCIS: Sydney team is embarking on a dangerous hunt for legendary lost treasure. The upcoming episode, titled “Gold Digger,” places the team at the center of a murder investigation tied to a fabled fortune, forcing them to navigate complex international politics.
The episode is scheduled to arrive on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. In the United States, it will air on the CBS Television Network at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. For streaming, the episode will be available on Paramount+. Premium subscribers can watch it live or on-demand the same night, while Essential subscribers can access it on-demand the day after it broadcasts.
The Story of “Gold Digger”
The episode’s plot begins with the arrest of a U.S. naval officer for murder. The situation escalates when the officer is caught trying to destroy a treasure map. This action pulls the joint U.S.-Australian task force into a high-stakes investigation that is part murder mystery and part historical treasure hunt.
The team must work through challenging jurisdictional politics between the NCIS and the Australian Federal Police (AFP) to uncover the truth behind the crime. Their investigation becomes a race against time to find the legendary “Yamashita’s Gold,” a fabled stash of wealth supposedly hidden by Japanese forces in Southeast Asia during World War II. This treasure hunt introduces an element of adventure and mystery that could have consequences lasting beyond this single episode.
Meet the Cast and Crew
The full main cast returns for this adventure. Olivia Swann leads the team as Special Agent Michelle Mackey, with Todd Lasance as AFP Sergeant Jim “JD” Dempsey. The team also includes Sean Sagar as Special Agent DeShawn Jackson, Tuuli Narkle as Constable Evie Cooper, and Mavournee Hazel as forensic scientist Bluebird “Blue” Gleeson. William McInnes is back as Dr. Roy Penrose, the team’s forensic pathologist.
The episode is directed by Grant Brown, with the story written by James Cripps and Julia Moriarty.
Where to Watch Around the World
How you can watch the episode depends on your location. In the United States, the primary ways to watch are through a CBS broadcast or streaming on Paramount+. Viewers in Canada can find new episodes on Global TV and can stream them through services like StackTV.
For audiences in the United Kingdom and Australia, Paramount+ is the main streaming service for the show. Availability can sometimes vary, so checking the local Paramount+ platform for the exact release time is recommended.
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A New Type of Challenge for the Team
The hunt for Yamashita’s Gold represents a different kind of case for the Sydney team. Moving beyond more conventional threats, this treasure hunt delves into historical legend. The search for the gold is expected to test the team’s trust and alliances, as different parties may have conflicting interests in the legendary fortune.
The episode promises to blend a classic crime procedural with an adventurous treasure hunt, set against the backdrop of the team’s usual dynamics and the beautiful, often dangerous, Australian landscape.
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