Deeks' character was written off in Season 12 because the LAPD-NCIS liaison position was discontinued under new department reforms. More on Deek's character in NCIS: Los Angeles in our story.

NCIS: Los Angeles had a successful 14-season run, which premiered in September 2009 and concluded in May 2023.

The return of Sam Hanna (LL Cool J) on "NCIS" provides an opportunity to find out what's been happening with other characters ...

'NCIS: LA' preview: Eric Christian Olsen and boss tease big 'reveal' in two-part episode 'NCIS: LA' boss on the season finale and the explosion that could spell disaster for the team -- EXCLUSIVE ...

Warning: SPOILERS for the NCIS episode “After the Storm” are ahead!

When it comes to the best shows of the NCIS franchise, viewers would be happy to remember NCIS: Los Angeles. Over the years, a strong ensemble of cast helped the TV show build a strong fanbase.

The NCIS franchise welcomes back LL Cool J as Sam Hanna for season 22, episode 18, titled After the Storm, airing on April 21, 2025.

LL Cool J reprised his role as Sam Hanna in the latest episode of NCIS – and fans are saying the same thing about the actor's return to the franchise.

Welcome back, Sam Hanna! Following the cancellation of NCIS: Hawai’i last year after just three seasons, which came one year after NCIS: Los Angeles concluded its 14-season run, LL Cool J ...