The high-stakes European adventure for Tony DiNozzo and Ziva David is nearing its explosive conclusion. The penultimate episode of NCIS: Tony & Ziva is set to release, pushing the duo to their limits as the hunt for the truth reaches a boiling point. With the season finale just one week away, Episode 9 promises to deliver relentless action and critical answers.
When and Where to Watch Episode 9
Episode 9, titled “Ride or Die,” will be available for streaming on Thursday, October 16, 2025. As with all episodes of the series, it will release exclusively on Paramount+ at 3:00 AM Eastern Time.
For viewers in other time zones, the episode will drop simultaneously at the following times:
- 12:00 AM Pacific Time
- 2:00 AM Central Time
- 7:00 AM Greenwich Mean Time
The series is a Paramount+ exclusive and is not airing on CBS. To watch, you will need a Paramount+ subscription. The service offers an Essential plan for $7.99 per month and a Premium plan for $12.99 per month, both of which include a free trial for new subscribers.
The Story So Far: A Recap of Episode 8
The previous episode, “Fire Sale,” left our heroes in a precarious situation. Tony, Ziva, and their allies infiltrated a high-tech weapons expo in Paris to obtain drone footage proving that Jonah killed Tony’s friend, Henry. Their plan was to stop Jonah and Martine from assassinating weapons manufacturer Aaron Graves.
However, the mission took several unexpected turns. Jonah’s true plan was not to kill Graves, but to ally with him. During the chaos, Aaron Graves unleashed a robotic attack dog on Tony and his team. Although Graves used an EMP to disable the robot, the pulse also erased the crucial evidence they had just secured.
The episode ended on a major cliffhanger: Jonah betrayed Martine and stole the data drive they had fought for. A furious Martine, realizing her trust was misplaced, is now left with no one to rely on. Meanwhile, Tony is personally pursuing Jonah, whose location is currently unknown.
What to Expect in “Ride or Die”
Episode 9 will pick up directly from these tense events. The search for Jonah and the stolen drive will intensify, leading the action to Graves’ private island. Previews suggest a massive explosion on the island, with Tony potentially caught in the middle of the danger.
With Jonah’s betrayal now out in the open, Martine’s allegiances are expected to shift. She may have no choice but to seek an uneasy alliance with Ziva to counter their common enemy. The episode will likely reveal the full scope of Jonah’s mysterious plan and what role Aaron Graves plays in it.
Fans can expect the signature blend of clever tactical moves and high-octane action sequences that have defined the series. Alongside the thrills, the episode will continue to explore the complex relationship between Tony and Ziva as they face these new threats.
Meet the Cast
The main cast returning for Episode 9 includes:
- Michael Weatherly as Anthony “Tony” DiNozzo
- Cote de Pablo as Ziva David
- Julian Ovenden as Jonah
- Nassima Benchicou as Martine
- Sean Pertwee as Aaron Graves
- Amita Suman as Claudette
- Max Osinski as Boris
The Final Episode Approaches
NCIS: Tony & Ziva‘s first season will wrap up with its tenth and final episode, “Full Circle,” which is scheduled to release on October 23, 2025. This two-episode finale event will determine the fate of Tony and Ziva and whether they can finally clear their names.
The show has been described by showrunner John McNamara as an “unconventional love story,” focusing heavily on the characters’ relationship amid the espionage. He emphasized that the characters and their chemistry are the central focus, noting, “The characters were gonna be the guide. They would be the thing that the audience would come for…their chemistry was the absolute key.”
Also Read: NCIS: Tony & Ziva Episode 8 Recap: A Robotic Dog, a Panic Attack, and a Major Betrayal
