NCIS Season 22, Episode 17: Release Date, Time, Streaming Info, and What to Expect
Season 22 of CBS’s NCIS continues to deliver intense drama each week. The most recent episode, “Ladies Night,” saw the team’s plans for a fun evening interrupted by a case that took them from wine and pottery to solving a tragic arson and murder. Now, after a one-week hiatus, fans are eagerly awaiting the next episode.
NCIS Season 22, Episode 17, titled “Killer Instinct,” is scheduled to air on CBS on April 14, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET. Following the show’s usual Monday night time slot, this episode will be a return to form after the brief break. For those looking to stream the episode, it will be available shortly after airing on Paramount+ for subscribers, where viewers can also catch up on previous episodes from the season.
What to Expect in Episode 17
After a brief hiatus, the stakes are high in “Killer Instinct.” According to the preview released by CBS, the team will be tracking down a hitman or contractual killer. The case will require them to rely on their instincts and work quickly to prevent the next murder. As always, the tension will be high as the team races against the clock to catch the killer before they strike again.
What Happened in NCIS Season 22, Episode 16?
In “Ladies Night,” the team’s plans for a relaxing Friday evening quickly took a backseat to a complex murder investigation. Kasie Hines and Jessica Knight attended a ladies’ night organized by Knight’s sister, while Nick Torres and Timothy McGee stayed behind, indulging in video games and lab work. The case involved the tragic death of Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Garcia, who was found dead in an antique store that had been set on fire. Though her boyfriend, Dan, survived, Jennifer succumbed to the flames.
The investigation revealed that Jennifer’s windpipe had been crushed, and a lighter with Dan’s initials was found at the scene, initially pointing to him as the killer. However, further investigation revealed a twist. Kasie and Knight, while at the pottery class, received new evidence suggesting that the necklace found on Jennifer was placed after her death. It turned out that Dan wasn’t the killer; he had fabricated the story to cover up the fact that he had been drinking with a friend who had recently been released from prison, fearing that it would violate his parole.
The investigation took another turn when the team discovered that the store’s lock had been picked. They deduced that the real killer was a firefighter who had been at the scene during the initial fire. His handprints matched the wounds on Jennifer’s neck, and it was revealed that he had been attempting to rob rare books and stamps from the store. When Jennifer caught him, he set the place on fire to cover up his crime. The team arrested him, bringing the case to a close.
Looking Ahead
With NCIS back on April 14th, fans can expect a high-intensity episode full of twists and drama. As the team faces a new challenge with the hitman case in “Killer Instinct,” the tension and stakes will only rise, leaving viewers eager to see how the team will solve this next mystery. Be sure to tune in to CBS or stream the episode on Paramount+ to stay up to date with all the action!
