Who is the best NCIS character of all time?

From stoic team leaders to quirky lab regulars, this squad mixes battle-tested veterans with fresh faces who won over skeptical fans. Who's your favorite?

1

Leroy Jethro Gibbs

The stoic, rule-following team leader played by Mark Harmon who anchored the show for 19 seasons.

1000pts

2

Clayton Reeves

The charming MI6 liaison officer played by Duane Henry who bonded with the team during his tenure.

862pts

3

Anthony DiNozzo

The wisecracking, movie-quoting senior field agent played by Michael Weatherly.

705pts

4

Jenny Shepard

The formidable NCIS director played by Lauren Holly with a complicated past tied to Gibbs.

648pts

5

Jack Sloane

The insightful NCIS psychologist played by Maria Bello known for her unconventional methods.

548pts

6

Nick Torres

The former undercover CIA operative played by Wilmer Valderrama known for his resourcefulness in the field.

448pts

7

Timothy McGee

The tech-savvy agent played by Sean Murray who grew from nervous rookie to senior field agent.

448pts

8

Ziva David

The former Mossad officer turned NCIS agent played by Cote de Pablo, prized for her mix of lethality and heart.

329pts

9

Abby Sciuto

The eccentric, Goth-styled chief forensic scientist played by Pauley Perrette for 15 seasons.

329pts

10

Dr. Donald 'Ducky' Mallard

The witty, storytelling medical examiner played by David McCallum from the show's very first episode.

329pts

11

Leon Vance

The sharp, secretive NCIS director played by Rocky Carroll who balanced politics and loyalty to his team.

183pts

12

Jimmy Palmer

The endearing assistant medical examiner played by Brian Dietzen who evolved into the team's chief ME.

183pts