WARNING: This article may contain spoilers for NCIS season 17 episode 17. Read at your own risk.

NCIS season 17 episode 17 is coming next week on CBS, with the title "In a Nutshell." The series has been on a short hiatus, but it will deliver interesting and creepy stories in next week's episode. The team will be investigating a bizarre murder case involving dollhouses. In addition, the upcoming episode will also bring personal stories to some of the characters.

In NCIS season 17 episode 17, the team will be investigating the death of a Navy officer, who was murdered the same way as his parents' decades ago. Upon investigation, the team stumbles across a storage container. But what shocked them is that it was filled with dollhouses that display the recreations of the murder scenes.

This is a huge case for the team, especially since the serial killer planned the murders in a meticulous way. What makes it creepier is that the murderer recreates the scenes in dollhouses. His or her motives are yet to be seen but it seems like there's more to this case. Thus, the team needs to make a thorough investigation to solve the case.

As for what else is coming on NCIS season 17 episode 17, the team agrees to clean out their living spaces. However, some of them are having a hard time saying goodbye to their possessions. So, the question now is: who's going to be reluctant to say goodbye to their stuff? It's interesting to see how this episode will bring some personal stories to the team.

In another report, CBS hasn't officially renewed or canceled NCIS for season 18. But then, fans believe the series will be bringing more episodes in the future. There is no official announcement as of the moment, yet loyal viewers are certain the show is coming back since it continues delivering impressive life numbers for the network, and also DVR viewers.

CarterMatt also suggests the renewal announcement may happen sooner than later -- possibly earlier than April. The outlet noted that the renewal may be likely due to the early renewal of other series in general. For example, NBC already renewed The Blacklist for season 8, while The CW renewed its entire lineup. Hence, CBS may follow this trend, considering NCIS franchise is one of the most popular shows in the network.

NCIS season 17 episode 17 will be airing on Tuesday night, Mar. 10, on CBS.