NCIS has gained immense popularity, and so have its talented cast members. The show returned for Season 21 in February, and there’s already buzz surrounding Season 22.
The main cast has a significant following on Instagram, and each actor boasts a considerable number of fans. We’ve compiled a list of the main cast members, excluding Gary Cole (Supervisory Special Agent Alden Parker) and Rocky Carroll (NCIS Director Leon Vance), who are not active on Instagram. Here’s the ranking from lowest to highest popularity based on their Instagram follower count:
The popular TV show NCIS has had a long run, with a talented cast of characters that have stolen the hearts of audiences worldwide. Here’s a ranking of the most popular NCIS cast members, from lowest to highest, based on their screen time, fan popularity, and overall impact on the show:
**8. Jennifer Esposito as Dr. Donnie Mallicki (Season 4-5)**
Jennifer Esposito played the role of Dr. Donnie Mallicki, the new medical examiner on the team, from 2006 to 2007. While she was a competent character, her departure from the show was met with relatively little fanfare.
**7. Cote de Pablo as Ziva David (Seasons 3-11)**
Cote de Pablo joined the cast in 2005 and played the role of Ziva David, an Mossad agent and later a member of the NCIS team, until her departure in 2013. While her character’s storylines were engaging, her eventual departure was a shock to fans.
**6. Brian Dietzen as Dr. Jimmy Palmer (Seasons 1-12)**
Brian Dietzen has been a recurring character on the show since its inception, playing the role of Dr. Jimmy Palmer, the team’s chief medical examiner. His dry wit and lovable awkwardness have made him a fan favorite.
**5. Sean Murray as Timothy McGee (Seasons 1-present)**
Sean Murray has been with the show since its beginning and plays the lovable yet awkward Agent Timothy McGee. His character’s development from a rookie to a seasoned agent has been well-received by fans.
**4. David McCallum as Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard (Seasons 1-16)**
David McCallum played the iconic role of Dr. Donald “Duck” Mallard, the chief medical examiner, for over 15 years. His dry wit and Southern charm made him a beloved character.
**3. Pauley Perrette as Abby Sciuto (Seasons 1-15)**
Pauley Perrette played the quirky and brilliant forensic scientist Abby Sciuto for over 15 years. Her character’s eccentricities and dedication to justice made her a fan favorite.
**2. Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Seasons 1-present)**
Mark Harmon has been at the helm of NCIS since its inception, playing the iconic role of Leroy Jethro Gibbs, the leader of the team. His character’s leadership and gruff demeanor have made him a beloved figure on television.
**1. Michael Weatherly as Anthony DiNozzo (Seasons 1-13)**
Michael Weatherly played the charming and smooth-talking Agent Anthony DiNozzo for over a decade. His character’s banter with Ziva and his comedic timing made him a fan favorite.
Of course, this ranking is subjective and based on general fan opinion and screen time. Other characters like Emily Wickersham’s Ellie Bishop, Sasha Alexander’s Caitlin “Kate” Todd, and Wilmer Valderrama’s Nick Torres have also been popular among fans, but this ranking reflects their overall impact on the show and fan popularity.
