The "NCIS" universe has featured many actors playing multiple characters across its different shows. One notable actor is Tom Schanley, who has appeared on all five American shows in the franchise. Kurt Yaeger has also played different characters on all four "NCIS"-named shows. Chris McGarry holds the distinction of being the first actor to play different characters on all "NCIS"-themed shows. Other actors, such as Andrew Borba, Scottie Thompson, Zoe McLellan, Sean Harmon, Sean Murray, Alicia Coppola, and Anne-Marie Johnson, have also played multiple characters within the franchise.