NCIS’ season 21 came to its end several weeks ago leaving most of its fans wonder whether it’s indeed time to call it a day for Jessica Knight’s position at the McRt and in the show as a whole, and NCIS showrunner’s recent revelations prove that there’s a solid reason for gradually accepting the character’s inevitable exit.
However, even with NCIS lovers’ biggest fear becoming true in the next installment, Jessica Knight’s storyline doesn’t seem to be just brutally abandoned as it has all chances to follow other major characters’ suit.
In one of his recent interviews that followed NCIS’ season 21 finale, the series’ showrunner Steven D. Binder revealed that, until the next season arrives and puts all the cards on the table, fans won’t be able to decipher Jessica Knight’s future path in the show.
Reflecting on the character’s possible departure from NCIS,...
However, even with NCIS lovers’ biggest fear becoming true in the next installment, Jessica Knight’s storyline doesn’t seem to be just brutally abandoned as it has all chances to follow other major characters’ suit.
In one of his recent interviews that followed NCIS’ season 21 finale, the series’ showrunner Steven D. Binder revealed that, until the next season arrives and puts all the cards on the table, fans won’t be able to decipher Jessica Knight’s future path in the show.
Reflecting on the character’s possible departure from NCIS,...
- 6/9/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
Launched back in 2003, the NCIS franchise isn’t losing its ground anytime soon as it keeps expanding the original show’s universe with two more exciting spinoffs to come soon. The franchise is currently working on NCIS: Origins, starring Austin Stowell as young Leroy Jethro Gibbs, and NCIS: Tony & Ziva with the latter following Tony Dinozzo and Ziva David’s career paths and personal relationships after they both quit the flagship series.
Now that the NCIS universe is getting bigger by significantly enlarging its characters’ background stories, one of the show’s creators has revealed his personal thoughts on potential crossovers in the franchise, and there’s one seemingly big problem that doesn’t seem to be that much of a big deal to him.
Talking about the franchise’s upcoming projects, NCIS co-showrunner Steven D. Binder reflected on a possibility to intertwine all the spinoffs’ worlds with the original...
Now that the NCIS universe is getting bigger by significantly enlarging its characters’ background stories, one of the show’s creators has revealed his personal thoughts on potential crossovers in the franchise, and there’s one seemingly big problem that doesn’t seem to be that much of a big deal to him.
Talking about the franchise’s upcoming projects, NCIS co-showrunner Steven D. Binder reflected on a possibility to intertwine all the spinoffs’ worlds with the original...
- 6/4/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
[Warning: This article contains major spoilers for the NCIS Season 21 episode “Reef Madness.”]
Jessica Knight made a huge decision in the NCIS Season 21 finale, and it’s one that likely has fans wondering if cast member Katrina Law is leaving the CBS show for good.
In “Reef Madness,” NCIS head Leon Vance (Rocky Carroll) approached Knight with a surprising offer. He wanted her as the head of the new NCIS React team at Camp Pendleton. But taking the job would likely mean moving to the West Coast and leaving behind the rest of the NCIS team, including her boyfriend Jimmy Palmer (Brian Dietzen).
Knight accepted the new job in the ‘NCIS’ Season 21 finale (L-r): Rocky Carroll as Leon Vance and Katrina Law as Jessica Knight in the ‘NCIS’ Season 21 finale | Robert Voets/CBS ©2024 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
When Vance initially approached Knight about the job, she told him she’d have to think about it.
Jessica Knight made a huge decision in the NCIS Season 21 finale, and it’s one that likely has fans wondering if cast member Katrina Law is leaving the CBS show for good.
In “Reef Madness,” NCIS head Leon Vance (Rocky Carroll) approached Knight with a surprising offer. He wanted her as the head of the new NCIS React team at Camp Pendleton. But taking the job would likely mean moving to the West Coast and leaving behind the rest of the NCIS team, including her boyfriend Jimmy Palmer (Brian Dietzen).
Knight accepted the new job in the ‘NCIS’ Season 21 finale (L-r): Rocky Carroll as Leon Vance and Katrina Law as Jessica Knight in the ‘NCIS’ Season 21 finale | Robert Voets/CBS ©2024 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
When Vance initially approached Knight about the job, she told him she’d have to think about it.
- 5/8/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
CBS is continuing to fill out its roster for the 2024-25 season.
The network has picked up two of its Monday night staples, The Neighborhood and NCIS, for next season. The renewals will take The Neighborhood into its seventh season and NCIS to its 22nd. With Young Sheldon ending this season, The Neighborhood will also become CBS’ longest-running current comedy series.
The pickups for NCIS and The Neighborhood come hours after CBS renewed its FBI franchise — including a three-season order for the flagship series — for next season. The network has also renewed Fire Country, Ghosts, and first-year dramas NCIS: Sydney and Tracker for next season. The second half of Blue Bloods‘ final season is also set to air in the fall.
“The Neighborhood and NCIS are the very best definition of a CBS comedy and drama,” CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach said in a statement. “They embody authentic storytelling with heart,...
The network has picked up two of its Monday night staples, The Neighborhood and NCIS, for next season. The renewals will take The Neighborhood into its seventh season and NCIS to its 22nd. With Young Sheldon ending this season, The Neighborhood will also become CBS’ longest-running current comedy series.
The pickups for NCIS and The Neighborhood come hours after CBS renewed its FBI franchise — including a three-season order for the flagship series — for next season. The network has also renewed Fire Country, Ghosts, and first-year dramas NCIS: Sydney and Tracker for next season. The second half of Blue Bloods‘ final season is also set to air in the fall.
“The Neighborhood and NCIS are the very best definition of a CBS comedy and drama,” CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach said in a statement. “They embody authentic storytelling with heart,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“NCIS” and “The Neighborhood” have both been renewed at CBS.
The renewal will bring “NCIS” to its 22nd season, while “The Neighborhood” will be back for its seventh season. Both shows currently air on Mondays on the broadcast network.
“’The Neighborhood’ and ‘NCIS’ are the very best definition of a CBS comedy and drama,” said Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment. “They embody authentic storytelling with heart, humor, and family dynamics. We are proud to bring them back next season.”
“NCIS” has long been a cornerstone of the CBS scripted lineup. Per CBS, the series is still averaging 12.9 million multiplatform viewers, even this late in its run. The show serves as the foundation for a TV franchise that continues to pay off for CBS and parent company Paramount. CBS also currently airs “NCIS: Hawaii” while “NCIS: Sydney” airs on Paramount+ and CBS. CBS is also at work on a prequel...
The renewal will bring “NCIS” to its 22nd season, while “The Neighborhood” will be back for its seventh season. Both shows currently air on Mondays on the broadcast network.
“’The Neighborhood’ and ‘NCIS’ are the very best definition of a CBS comedy and drama,” said Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment. “They embody authentic storytelling with heart, humor, and family dynamics. We are proud to bring them back next season.”
“NCIS” has long been a cornerstone of the CBS scripted lineup. Per CBS, the series is still averaging 12.9 million multiplatform viewers, even this late in its run. The show serves as the foundation for a TV franchise that continues to pay off for CBS and parent company Paramount. CBS also currently airs “NCIS: Hawaii” while “NCIS: Sydney” airs on Paramount+ and CBS. CBS is also at work on a prequel...
- 4/9/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
The latest NCIS episode is no April Fool’s Day joke. At the murder scene of a Navy pilot, the intrepid team have uncovered other-worldly and unexplained injuries. They even go down the rabbit hole of conspiracy theories. That includes UFOs.
Can the team find the truth behind this mystery? Here is more information on the latest episode from the hit CBS Military Procedural Series.
NCIS Pictured (L-r): Brian Dietzen as Jimmy Palmer, Gary Cole as Alden Parker, Katrina Law as Jessica Knight, and Wilmer Valderrama as Nicholas “Nick” Torres. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2024 Paramount Global. All Rights Reserved. What is NCIS Season 21, Episode 6 ‘Strange Invaders’ About?
UFOs and conspiracy theories are a big part of the NCIS Season 21 Episode 6 story entitled “Strange Invaders.” What is this episode about? According to IMDb, the team finds a Navy pilot’s dead body. However, his wounds are unlike anything anyone has ever seen.
Can the team find the truth behind this mystery? Here is more information on the latest episode from the hit CBS Military Procedural Series.
NCIS Pictured (L-r): Brian Dietzen as Jimmy Palmer, Gary Cole as Alden Parker, Katrina Law as Jessica Knight, and Wilmer Valderrama as Nicholas “Nick” Torres. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2024 Paramount Global. All Rights Reserved. What is NCIS Season 21, Episode 6 ‘Strange Invaders’ About?
UFOs and conspiracy theories are a big part of the NCIS Season 21 Episode 6 story entitled “Strange Invaders.” What is this episode about? According to IMDb, the team finds a Navy pilot’s dead body. However, his wounds are unlike anything anyone has ever seen.
- 4/1/2024
- by Georgia Makitalo
- TV Shows Ace
Few series can claim to set an unprecedented record of reaching 1000 shows. The popular NCIS franchise that has stood the test of time over many years, is celebrating this milestone. Beginning its journey in 2003, the show branched off successfully into various city spinoffs which included series based in Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Hawai’i that have all contributed to the landmark.
A still from NCIS: Los Angeles
The special episode to commemorate the achievement will be aired on April 15th on CBS. Meanwhile, NCIS is back with its latest episode which is set to be an entertaining one that will involve a narrative surrounding one of the main characters played by Katrina Law, her father, and her new boyfriend.
NCIS Gives Fans A Treat Ahead Of 1000th Episode
The popular military police procedural NCIS is one of the longest-running shows on television and also a hugely successful one. Having...
A still from NCIS: Los Angeles
The special episode to commemorate the achievement will be aired on April 15th on CBS. Meanwhile, NCIS is back with its latest episode which is set to be an entertaining one that will involve a narrative surrounding one of the main characters played by Katrina Law, her father, and her new boyfriend.
NCIS Gives Fans A Treat Ahead Of 1000th Episode
The popular military police procedural NCIS is one of the longest-running shows on television and also a hugely successful one. Having...
- 3/26/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
There’s a big NCIS crossover coming!
Two big stars from the NCIS universe will be appearing on the Monday, April 15 episode of NCIS for the franchise’s 1,000th episode.
The two stars will not appear “in person” alongside the NCIS team, but the appearances will “nonetheless be quite fun,” TVLine reports.
Director Leon Vance’s son Jared, to be played by Spence Moore II, will also appear, TVLine also reports.
NCIS co-showrunner David North told the outlet: “One of our own beloved characters is going to end up in grave danger, and you’re go to see all of the different franchises brought into this in a little bit of a different way.”
Co-showrunner Steven D. Binder added: “There’ll be a personal storyline, and this one will circle around Director Vance,” played by Rocky Carroll.
“We’re going to play plenty of homage to the past,” David North said,...
Two big stars from the NCIS universe will be appearing on the Monday, April 15 episode of NCIS for the franchise’s 1,000th episode.
The two stars will not appear “in person” alongside the NCIS team, but the appearances will “nonetheless be quite fun,” TVLine reports.
Director Leon Vance’s son Jared, to be played by Spence Moore II, will also appear, TVLine also reports.
NCIS co-showrunner David North told the outlet: “One of our own beloved characters is going to end up in grave danger, and you’re go to see all of the different franchises brought into this in a little bit of a different way.”
Co-showrunner Steven D. Binder added: “There’ll be a personal storyline, and this one will circle around Director Vance,” played by Rocky Carroll.
“We’re going to play plenty of homage to the past,” David North said,...
- 3/14/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The Los Angeles and Pearl Harbor offices will be represented when CBS’ well-watched NCIS franchise airs its 1,000th episode in a few weeks.
TVLine has learned exclusively that both Daniela Ruah, who played Special Agent Kensi Blye-Deeks throughout NCIS: Los Angeles‘ 14-season run, and Vanessa Lachey, who currently leads the NCIS: Hawai’i team as Special Agent in Charge Jane Tennant, will appear during that milestone hour, which will air as the Monday, April 15 episode of NCIS.
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TVLine has learned exclusively that both Daniela Ruah, who played Special Agent Kensi Blye-Deeks throughout NCIS: Los Angeles‘ 14-season run, and Vanessa Lachey, who currently leads the NCIS: Hawai’i team as Special Agent in Charge Jane Tennant, will appear during that milestone hour, which will air as the Monday, April 15 episode of NCIS.
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- 3/14/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Some fun NCIS spoilers were revealed about episodes airing later in Season 21.
There aren’t many more new episodes in the season due to the two Hollywood strikes.
The strikes delayed production for months, leading to CBS shortening NCIS Season 21 to only 10 episodes.
So far, the first four episodes of the NCIS season have been released, including the Ducky tribute episode paying honor to actor David McCallum.
David passed away during the last NCIS hiatus, and the producers and writers honored him with a tribute episode. It was an emotional night for the cast, crew, and fans.
The first four NCIS Season 21 episodes are available for streaming on Paramount+. That leaves just six new episodes left to debut this spring.
Some NCIS Season 21 spoilers about episodes still to come
Sean Murray recently shared some spoilers from the NCIS set. He plays Agent Timothy McGee and shared behind-the-scenes photos of a character returning.
There aren’t many more new episodes in the season due to the two Hollywood strikes.
The strikes delayed production for months, leading to CBS shortening NCIS Season 21 to only 10 episodes.
So far, the first four episodes of the NCIS season have been released, including the Ducky tribute episode paying honor to actor David McCallum.
David passed away during the last NCIS hiatus, and the producers and writers honored him with a tribute episode. It was an emotional night for the cast, crew, and fans.
The first four NCIS Season 21 episodes are available for streaming on Paramount+. That leaves just six new episodes left to debut this spring.
Some NCIS Season 21 spoilers about episodes still to come
Sean Murray recently shared some spoilers from the NCIS set. He plays Agent Timothy McGee and shared behind-the-scenes photos of a character returning.
- 3/11/2024
- by Ryan DeVault
- Monsters and Critics
NCIS fans were disappointed that Mark Harmon didn’t return for the Ducky tribute episode.
Many had hoped that Leroy Jethro Gibbs would return to say goodbye to his long-time friend, Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard.
Gibbs was referenced several times during the night, and footage from past episodes was also used. But no new footage of Gibbs debuted that night.
Actor David McCallum passed away during the NCIS hiatus, ending his run of being on the show for 20 seasons.
The writers did a good job honoring David and Ducky, with Brian Dietzen (he plays Dr. Jimmy Palmer) helping create the episode.
Past characters were referenced frequently during the tribute, but the funeral wasn’t in the episode (only the lead-up). Maybe additional people (like Gibbs) were at the event but didn’t get shown on television?
Why was Gibbs not a bigger part of the Ducky tribute episode
“In a perfect world,...
Many had hoped that Leroy Jethro Gibbs would return to say goodbye to his long-time friend, Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard.
Gibbs was referenced several times during the night, and footage from past episodes was also used. But no new footage of Gibbs debuted that night.
Actor David McCallum passed away during the NCIS hiatus, ending his run of being on the show for 20 seasons.
The writers did a good job honoring David and Ducky, with Brian Dietzen (he plays Dr. Jimmy Palmer) helping create the episode.
Past characters were referenced frequently during the tribute, but the funeral wasn’t in the episode (only the lead-up). Maybe additional people (like Gibbs) were at the event but didn’t get shown on television?
Why was Gibbs not a bigger part of the Ducky tribute episode
“In a perfect world,...
- 2/24/2024
- by Ryan DeVault
- Monsters and Critics
As the NCIS team mourned the death of Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard — and his portrayer, the late David McCallum — in February 19’s “The Stories We Leave Behind,” Michael Weatherly made a surprise return to the show. At the end of the episode, Weatherly’s Tony Dinozzo popped by the autopsy room and gave a consoling pep talk to Dr. Jimmy Palmer (Brian Dietzen). If the NCIS showrunners had their druthers, though, it wouldn’t have been just Tony coming back. It would have been everyone, including Mark Harmon’s Leroy Jethro Gibbs. “Our original thought was, ‘Can we get everybody?’” co-showrunner Steven D. Binder told TVLine, adding that they imagined an all-star reunion akin to one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Avengers movies. But budgetary and logistical issues arose, and so Binder and fellow showrunner David J. North zeroed in on Weatherly’s cameo. “We really gave a lot of thought to who,...
- 2/24/2024
- TV Insider
NCIS honored the late David McCallum this past week with a tribute episode for his character Ducky, but the show’s original star Mark Harmon did not make an appearance.
Michael Weatherly, who played Tony Dinozzo on the long-running CBS series, made a cameo appearance at Ducky’s funeral.
So, why wasn’t Mark back as Gibbs? After the episode’s writer spoke out, the show’s executive producer Steven D. Binder is now sharing his thoughts too.
Keep reading to find out more…
“We gave a lot of thought to who Ducky is connected to most, which on one level would be Gibbs,” he told TVLine. “But it was Jimmy who was there, so it was [about] who Jimmy would connect with, and also bring some levity… and that was Michael Weatherly. It’s really a no-brainer.”
So, will Mark ever be back?
“Of course the door is always open,...
Michael Weatherly, who played Tony Dinozzo on the long-running CBS series, made a cameo appearance at Ducky’s funeral.
So, why wasn’t Mark back as Gibbs? After the episode’s writer spoke out, the show’s executive producer Steven D. Binder is now sharing his thoughts too.
Keep reading to find out more…
“We gave a lot of thought to who Ducky is connected to most, which on one level would be Gibbs,” he told TVLine. “But it was Jimmy who was there, so it was [about] who Jimmy would connect with, and also bring some levity… and that was Michael Weatherly. It’s really a no-brainer.”
So, will Mark ever be back?
“Of course the door is always open,...
- 2/23/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The NCIS showrunners for a hot second thought about channeling Avengers: Endgame and having everybody show up for the funeral of Dr. Donald Mallard in this week’s Ducky/David McCallum tribute episode.
But when that proved wildly impractical and logistically improbable, they zeroed in on a singular cameo that was rich with history but also lightened up the very heavy hour.
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But when that proved wildly impractical and logistically improbable, they zeroed in on a singular cameo that was rich with history but also lightened up the very heavy hour.
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- 2/23/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
The following contains spoilers from the Feb. 19 episode of CBS’ NCIS.
We at long last have a 10-20 on one Leroy Jethro Gibbs, more than two years after Mark Harmon’s character was last seen on NCIS.
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Harmon remains an executive producer on CBS‘ NCIS, but he has not appeared on-camera since early Season 19, when Gibbs informed McGee that he would not return to D.
We at long last have a 10-20 on one Leroy Jethro Gibbs, more than two years after Mark Harmon’s character was last seen on NCIS.
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Harmon remains an executive producer on CBS‘ NCIS, but he has not appeared on-camera since early Season 19, when Gibbs informed McGee that he would not return to D.
- 2/20/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
NCIS will honor one of its own when it returns to CBS later this month. The second episode of season 21, “The Stories We Leave Behind,” airs Feb. 19 and pays tribute to longtime cast member David McCallum. McCallum died on Sept. 25, 2023, at the age of 90.
The NCIS team mourns Ducky in ‘The Stories We Leave Behind’ (L-r): Brian Dietzen as Jimmy Palmer, Katrina Law as NCIS Special Agent Jessica Knight, Wilmer Valderrama as Nick Torres, Diona Reasonover as Forensic Scientist Kasie Hines, and Gary Cole as FBI Special Agent Alden Parker in ‘NCIS’ Season 21 Episode 2 | Michael Yarish/CBS ©2023 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
McCallum had played Donald “Ducky” Mallard since the show’s first season. The character, who started out as the chief medical examiner before becoming an NCIS historian after his retirement, was a core part of the show. In NCIS Season 21 Episode 2, his fellow agents will mark...
The NCIS team mourns Ducky in ‘The Stories We Leave Behind’ (L-r): Brian Dietzen as Jimmy Palmer, Katrina Law as NCIS Special Agent Jessica Knight, Wilmer Valderrama as Nick Torres, Diona Reasonover as Forensic Scientist Kasie Hines, and Gary Cole as FBI Special Agent Alden Parker in ‘NCIS’ Season 21 Episode 2 | Michael Yarish/CBS ©2023 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
McCallum had played Donald “Ducky” Mallard since the show’s first season. The character, who started out as the chief medical examiner before becoming an NCIS historian after his retirement, was a core part of the show. In NCIS Season 21 Episode 2, his fellow agents will mark...
- 2/10/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Longtime NCIS actor David McCallum sadly passed away in September 2023 and his character Ducky will be written off the long-running CBS series when it returns soon.
The 21st season of NCIS premieres on February 12 and a tribute episode for Ducky will air during episode two of the season on February 19.
CBS has revealed the official synopsis of the episode and writers are speaking out about how they will address McCallum‘s death. The network also released a gallery full of photos from the episode, which you can see here.
Keep reading to find out more…
In the episode, “As NCIS mourns the loss of Ducky, the agents find comfort in working on one of his unfinished cases involving a woman whose father was dishonorably discharged from the Marines.”
Brian Dietzen, who plays Ducky’s protege Jimmy, co-wrote the episode.
NCIS co-showrunners and executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North told TVLine,...
The 21st season of NCIS premieres on February 12 and a tribute episode for Ducky will air during episode two of the season on February 19.
CBS has revealed the official synopsis of the episode and writers are speaking out about how they will address McCallum‘s death. The network also released a gallery full of photos from the episode, which you can see here.
Keep reading to find out more…
In the episode, “As NCIS mourns the loss of Ducky, the agents find comfort in working on one of his unfinished cases involving a woman whose father was dishonorably discharged from the Marines.”
Brian Dietzen, who plays Ducky’s protege Jimmy, co-wrote the episode.
NCIS co-showrunners and executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North told TVLine,...
- 2/2/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
NCIS has locked in its plan to pay tribute to original cast member David McCallum, who died on Sept. 25 at age 90 — as well as released first photos from the can’t-miss episode.
TVLine exclusively reported in December that the second episode of the upcoming NCIS season, titled “The Stories We Leave Behind,” will address McCallum’s passing and serve as a tribute to his beloved character, chief medical examiner-turned-ncis Historian Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard.
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TVLine exclusively reported in December that the second episode of the upcoming NCIS season, titled “The Stories We Leave Behind,” will address McCallum’s passing and serve as a tribute to his beloved character, chief medical examiner-turned-ncis Historian Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard.
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- 2/1/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
You can’t go wrong with a classic. For the shortened 21st season of NCIS that premieres February 12, “All we wanted to do was get back to doing what we do best, which is tell really great stories,” says David J. North, a longtime NCIS writer who has joined Steven D. Binder as co-showrunner. With only 10 episodes, due to the actors’ and writers’ strikes, each hour is a stand-alone story with smaller character arcs. The opener picks up with the vengeful Nick Torres (Wilmer Valderrama), last seen in the cliffhanger finale promising to pull the trigger on a man from his childhood who’d devastated his family. “Torres does something to the mystery man, Maurice Riva [Al Sapienza, who played Mikey Palmice on The Sopranos], that threatens to end his career as an NCIS agent,” North reveals. “The team rallies around Torres, but it may be too late to save his badge—and his freedom.
- 1/25/2024
- TV Insider
Wilmer Valderrama as NCIS Special Agent Nicholas “Nick” Torres in ‘NCIS’ season 21 episode 1
Season 20 of CBS’s NCIS ended on a massive cliffhanger, and according to the official season 21 episode one synopsis, Torres’ story is going to be front and center when the new season picks up. Directed by Diana Valentine from a script by Christoper J. Waild, season 21 episode one – “Algún Día” – will air on Monday, February 12, 2024 at 9pm Et/Pt.
Season 21 stars Sean Murray as Special Agent Timothy McGee, Wilmer Valderrama as Special Agent Nickolas “Nick” Torres, Brian Dietzen as Dr. Jimmy Palmer, Diona Reasonover as Forensic Scientist Kasie Hines, and Katrina Law as Special Agent Jessica Knight. Rocky Carroll plays NCIS Director Leon Vance and Gary Cole is NCIS Special Agent Alden Parker.
“Algún Día” Plot: The NCIS team must help Torres when he puts his future at stake by confronting the man who tormented his family when he was a child.
Season 20 of CBS’s NCIS ended on a massive cliffhanger, and according to the official season 21 episode one synopsis, Torres’ story is going to be front and center when the new season picks up. Directed by Diana Valentine from a script by Christoper J. Waild, season 21 episode one – “Algún Día” – will air on Monday, February 12, 2024 at 9pm Et/Pt.
Season 21 stars Sean Murray as Special Agent Timothy McGee, Wilmer Valderrama as Special Agent Nickolas “Nick” Torres, Brian Dietzen as Dr. Jimmy Palmer, Diona Reasonover as Forensic Scientist Kasie Hines, and Katrina Law as Special Agent Jessica Knight. Rocky Carroll plays NCIS Director Leon Vance and Gary Cole is NCIS Special Agent Alden Parker.
“Algún Día” Plot: The NCIS team must help Torres when he puts his future at stake by confronting the man who tormented his family when he was a child.
- 1/13/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Exclusive: Gibbs is returning to the NCIS universe as the lead of a new CBS show, which serves as a prequel to the long-running procedural. The network has given a straight-to-series order to NCIS: Origins, about young Leroy Jethro Gibbs, for the 2024-25 broadcast season. The project comes from the two actors who have portrayed Gibbs on NCIS, Mark Harmon and his son Sean Harmon, veteran NCIS writers-producers, Gina Lucita Monreal and David J. North, as well as CBS Studios, which is behind the NCIS franchise.
Narrated by Mark Harmon, NCIS: Origins begins in 1991, years prior to the events of NCIS, and follows a young Gibbs. In the series, Gibbs starts his career as a newly minted special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office where he forges his place on a gritty, ragtag team led by NCIS legend Mike Franks.
The idea of exploring Gibbs’ early years originated with Sean Harmon, who recurred on NCIS, playing the younger version of Mark Harmon’s character in seven episodes from 2008-2020. Along with his father, who starred as Gibbs on NCIS for more than 18 seasons, Harmon approached Monreal, North and CBS Studios about expanding the NCIS universe with a Gibbs-centered offshoot.
Sean Harmon is focusing on executive producing duties for the new series alongside Mark Harmon, who continues to executive produce the flagship NCIS, as well as Monreal and North, who are co-writing the premiere episode and will serve as co-showrunners. North also will continue his duties as executive producer and co-showrunner (with Steven D Binder) on the main series. Search will be launched for an actor to play the lead in the new spinoff.
“The character of Gibbs has been an important part of my life for 20 years, both in watching my father craft the role and previously having the honor to play young Gibbs myself,” Sean Harmon said. “I always felt there was a tale worth telling about his earlier years, so I am thrilled to be stepping into a producing role alongside Gina, David and my dad as we tell this story and reveal a new side of this beloved character.”
Monreal and North, who said they are “thrilled to be bringing this new chapter to life along with Mark and Sean Harmon,” teased more revelations in the new series.
“This really is the making of Leroy Jethro Gibbs,” the duo said. “And even the most dedicated NCIS fans will discover that they don’t know the whole story.”
NCIS: Origins is taking a route that proved successful for another flagship CBS series, comedy The Big Bang Theory, which spawned a successful prequel, Young Sheldon, about the early years of one of the series’ lead characters.
“We are elated and honored to continue the expansion of the NCIS universe in such a unique and unexpected way,” said Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment. “Viewers can look forward to Mark Harmon returning to CBS to narrate the complex and mysterious backstory of Leroy Jethro Gibbs’ early years in NCIS: Origins, which will build on the rich legacy of this character while reintroducing fan-favorite characters and meeting new ones.”
NCIS is one of CBS Studios’ most valuable franchises. Twenty one seasons in — currently ranking as the third-longest-running U.S. primetime drama — the mothership series remains the most watched non-sports program on broadcast. A big global seller, which once ranked as the most watched drama in the world, the venerable procedural has spawned three spinoffs in the U.S., NCIS: Los Angeles, NCIS: New Orleans as well as NCIS: Hawai’i, which is headed to its fourth season. The franchise recently went international with its first non-American offshoot, NCIS: Sydney, which also has done very well in the U.S. Used by CBS on its strike-impacted fall schedule, it has ranked as the most watched new series of the 2023-24 season to date.
According to Nielsen and internal data, during the 2022-2023 TV season, the NCIS franchise had over 300 million viewers around the world across all platforms including broadcast, cable, streaming and syndication.
“There’s no denying the cultural and global phenomenon of the NCIS franchise for the last 20 years,” said David Stapf, president of CBS Studios. “When Sean and Mark approached us all with this exciting expansion of the universe – exploring a young Gibbs – we knew it was the next story that needed to be told. We also couldn’t be luckier to have Gina and David at the helm as co-showrunners who are not only brilliant and adept writers but know this character and universe so well.”
NCIS: Origins reunites North and Monreal, who both wrote on NCIS for 10 years. Monreal, who left the CBS series a couple of years ago, has recently worked on Netflix’s Griselda, Star Wars: The Bad Batch and the upcoming Dan Fogleman/Sterling K. Brown project for Hulu.
Mark Harmon is repped by Gersh and attorney Barry Axelrod. Sean Harmon is repped by 3Arts Entertainment, Gersh and Genow Goodman. Monreal is repped by CAA, Mosaic, and Felker Toczek Suddleson Abramson McGinnis Ryan. North is repped by Dan Halsted Manage-Ment.
Narrated by Mark Harmon, NCIS: Origins begins in 1991, years prior to the events of NCIS, and follows a young Gibbs. In the series, Gibbs starts his career as a newly minted special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office where he forges his place on a gritty, ragtag team led by NCIS legend Mike Franks.
The idea of exploring Gibbs’ early years originated with Sean Harmon, who recurred on NCIS, playing the younger version of Mark Harmon’s character in seven episodes from 2008-2020. Along with his father, who starred as Gibbs on NCIS for more than 18 seasons, Harmon approached Monreal, North and CBS Studios about expanding the NCIS universe with a Gibbs-centered offshoot.
Sean Harmon is focusing on executive producing duties for the new series alongside Mark Harmon, who continues to executive produce the flagship NCIS, as well as Monreal and North, who are co-writing the premiere episode and will serve as co-showrunners. North also will continue his duties as executive producer and co-showrunner (with Steven D Binder) on the main series. Search will be launched for an actor to play the lead in the new spinoff.
“The character of Gibbs has been an important part of my life for 20 years, both in watching my father craft the role and previously having the honor to play young Gibbs myself,” Sean Harmon said. “I always felt there was a tale worth telling about his earlier years, so I am thrilled to be stepping into a producing role alongside Gina, David and my dad as we tell this story and reveal a new side of this beloved character.”
Monreal and North, who said they are “thrilled to be bringing this new chapter to life along with Mark and Sean Harmon,” teased more revelations in the new series.
“This really is the making of Leroy Jethro Gibbs,” the duo said. “And even the most dedicated NCIS fans will discover that they don’t know the whole story.”
NCIS: Origins is taking a route that proved successful for another flagship CBS series, comedy The Big Bang Theory, which spawned a successful prequel, Young Sheldon, about the early years of one of the series’ lead characters.
“We are elated and honored to continue the expansion of the NCIS universe in such a unique and unexpected way,” said Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment. “Viewers can look forward to Mark Harmon returning to CBS to narrate the complex and mysterious backstory of Leroy Jethro Gibbs’ early years in NCIS: Origins, which will build on the rich legacy of this character while reintroducing fan-favorite characters and meeting new ones.”
NCIS is one of CBS Studios’ most valuable franchises. Twenty one seasons in — currently ranking as the third-longest-running U.S. primetime drama — the mothership series remains the most watched non-sports program on broadcast. A big global seller, which once ranked as the most watched drama in the world, the venerable procedural has spawned three spinoffs in the U.S., NCIS: Los Angeles, NCIS: New Orleans as well as NCIS: Hawai’i, which is headed to its fourth season. The franchise recently went international with its first non-American offshoot, NCIS: Sydney, which also has done very well in the U.S. Used by CBS on its strike-impacted fall schedule, it has ranked as the most watched new series of the 2023-24 season to date.
According to Nielsen and internal data, during the 2022-2023 TV season, the NCIS franchise had over 300 million viewers around the world across all platforms including broadcast, cable, streaming and syndication.
“There’s no denying the cultural and global phenomenon of the NCIS franchise for the last 20 years,” said David Stapf, president of CBS Studios. “When Sean and Mark approached us all with this exciting expansion of the universe – exploring a young Gibbs – we knew it was the next story that needed to be told. We also couldn’t be luckier to have Gina and David at the helm as co-showrunners who are not only brilliant and adept writers but know this character and universe so well.”
NCIS: Origins reunites North and Monreal, who both wrote on NCIS for 10 years. Monreal, who left the CBS series a couple of years ago, has recently worked on Netflix’s Griselda, Star Wars: The Bad Batch and the upcoming Dan Fogleman/Sterling K. Brown project for Hulu.
Mark Harmon is repped by Gersh and attorney Barry Axelrod. Sean Harmon is repped by 3Arts Entertainment, Gersh and Genow Goodman. Monreal is repped by CAA, Mosaic, and Felker Toczek Suddleson Abramson McGinnis Ryan. North is repped by Dan Halsted Manage-Ment.
- 1/5/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Our favorite special agents are ready to get back to solving cases. TV Insider has an exclusive first look at the key art for NCIS Season 21 and NCIS: Hawai’i Season 3, featuring both casts. Check out the full versions, as well as teases about what to expect in both premieres (airing February 12) below. CBS The NCIS poster shows Rocky Carroll (Director Vance), Diona Reasonover (Kasie Hines), Wilmer Valderrama (Nick Torres), Gary Cole (Alden Parker), Sean Murray (Tim McGee), Brian Dietzen (Dr. Jimmy Palmer), and Katrina Law (Jessica Knight). The finale ended with Torres coming face-to-face with someone from his past and telling him he wanted “to watch [him] die.” Now, in the Season 21 premiere, the team must help Torres when he puts his future at stake by confronting the man who tormented his family when he was a child. Ahead of the finale, executive producer Steven D. Binder said to us of Torres,...
- 1/2/2024
- TV Insider
NCIS fans can’t wait to hear more about season 21 — though, of course, they miss Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Harmon left the series in season 19. There have been various reasons for his departure, and he opened up about his choice in late 2023. Here’s what he said about feeling “tired” after the show.
Mark Harmon said he was ‘just tired’ after finishing his tenure with ‘NCIS’
Mark Harmon stood firm with NCIS since its premiere in 2003. The show creators weren’t sure they could get Harmon on board at first, so they made alternative plans if he didn’t accept their offer. Thankfully, Harmon was ready to join the team as Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs. He made a tremendous impact on the military police procedural.
So, why did Harmon call it quits on the show? At the time, he hoped to focus on other creative endeavors and his family.
Mark Harmon said he was ‘just tired’ after finishing his tenure with ‘NCIS’
Mark Harmon stood firm with NCIS since its premiere in 2003. The show creators weren’t sure they could get Harmon on board at first, so they made alternative plans if he didn’t accept their offer. Thankfully, Harmon was ready to join the team as Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs. He made a tremendous impact on the military police procedural.
So, why did Harmon call it quits on the show? At the time, he hoped to focus on other creative endeavors and his family.
- 12/30/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
NCIS will give a final farewell to the late David McCallum in a special tribute episode planned for February 19 on CBS.
The episode will explain the absence of Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard in an episode co-written by Brian Dietzen, who plays Dr. Jimmy Palmer on the drama, TVLine reports. Executive Producer Scott Williams also helped to pen the episode.
Everyone at NCIS felt it was important to do an episode that honors such a legendary actor, not to mention a dear friend,” said NCIS co-showrunners/executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North in statement given to TVLine. “In the episode, the team will learn of Ducky’s passing and reflect on their memories of him as they grieve. And true to Ducky’s meticulous and compassionate nature, even after he’s gone, he still manages to solve one last crime with the team.”
The showrunners also added, “there will...
The episode will explain the absence of Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard in an episode co-written by Brian Dietzen, who plays Dr. Jimmy Palmer on the drama, TVLine reports. Executive Producer Scott Williams also helped to pen the episode.
Everyone at NCIS felt it was important to do an episode that honors such a legendary actor, not to mention a dear friend,” said NCIS co-showrunners/executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North in statement given to TVLine. “In the episode, the team will learn of Ducky’s passing and reflect on their memories of him as they grieve. And true to Ducky’s meticulous and compassionate nature, even after he’s gone, he still manages to solve one last crime with the team.”
The showrunners also added, “there will...
- 12/20/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
NCIS will pay tribute to late cast member David McCallum in early 2024.
McCallum, who played Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard, passed away in September at 90.
There was every indication the show would find a way to honor the late actor, and now, details are beginning to trickle out.
NCIS Season 21 Episode 2 will pay homage to the actor and his character, TVLine reports.
David McCallum Deserves a Fitting NCIS Tribute: Who Should Return?
If you watch NCIS online, you know Ducky was an integral part of the team. He had been a part of the CBS hit since 2003.
To help make the episode extra special, longtime costar Brian Dietzen, who plays Dr. Jimmy Palmer, a character integral to McCallum's storyline, is co-writing alongside NCIS EP Scott Williams.
The highly-anticipated hour will premiere on Tuesday, February 12, at 9/8c.
NCIS co-showrunners/executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North told the outlet, "Everyone at...
McCallum, who played Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard, passed away in September at 90.
There was every indication the show would find a way to honor the late actor, and now, details are beginning to trickle out.
NCIS Season 21 Episode 2 will pay homage to the actor and his character, TVLine reports.
David McCallum Deserves a Fitting NCIS Tribute: Who Should Return?
If you watch NCIS online, you know Ducky was an integral part of the team. He had been a part of the CBS hit since 2003.
To help make the episode extra special, longtime costar Brian Dietzen, who plays Dr. Jimmy Palmer, a character integral to McCallum's storyline, is co-writing alongside NCIS EP Scott Williams.
The highly-anticipated hour will premiere on Tuesday, February 12, at 9/8c.
NCIS co-showrunners/executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North told the outlet, "Everyone at...
- 12/20/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
NCIS will say goodbye to late star David McCallum in the show’s upcoming 21st season.
The late actor, who passed away in September at 90 years old, was one of the original stars of the CBS series, and has appeared as Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard in every season since it’s premiere in 2003.
Executive producers on NCIS have revealed how the show will honor David with a special tribute episode in the beginning of the next season.
Keep reading to find out more…
Longtime cast member Brian Dietzen, who plays Ducky’s protégé Jimmy Palmer, will serve as a co-writer on the special episode alongside EP Scott Williams.
“Everyone at NCIS felt it was important to do an episode that honors such a legendary actor, not to mention a dear friend,” executive producers and co-showrunners Steven D Binder and David North shared with TV Line.
“In the episode, the team...
The late actor, who passed away in September at 90 years old, was one of the original stars of the CBS series, and has appeared as Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard in every season since it’s premiere in 2003.
Executive producers on NCIS have revealed how the show will honor David with a special tribute episode in the beginning of the next season.
Keep reading to find out more…
Longtime cast member Brian Dietzen, who plays Ducky’s protégé Jimmy Palmer, will serve as a co-writer on the special episode alongside EP Scott Williams.
“Everyone at NCIS felt it was important to do an episode that honors such a legendary actor, not to mention a dear friend,” executive producers and co-showrunners Steven D Binder and David North shared with TV Line.
“In the episode, the team...
- 12/20/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
NCIS has confirmed plans to honor its late cast member David McCallum, who passed away on September 25 at the age of 90. The second episode of the upcoming NCIS season will pay homage to McCallum’s legacy and celebrate his cherished character, who began as the chief medical examiner and later became NCIS‘ Historian, Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard, according to TVLine. For the heartfelt tribute, Brian Dietzen, who has portrayed Ducky’s protege, Dr. Jimmy Palmer, since Season 1, serves as co-writer for the episode alongside executive producer Scott Williams. He has also written two other installments, including Season 19, Episode 13, “The Helpers.” NCIS Season 21 is set to premiere on Tuesday, February 12 at 9/8c, with the McCallum/Ducky tribute scheduled for the following week on February 19. NCIS co-showrunners/executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North told TVLine, “Everyone at NCIS felt it was important to dedicate an episode that honors such a legendary actor,...
- 12/19/2023
- TV Insider
If NCIS‘ Leroy Jethro Gibbs is resurfacing for any sort of sendoff for Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard — played by late cast member David McCallum — no one has notified series vet Mark Harmon.
Harmon remains an executive producer on CBS‘ NCIS, which kicks off Season 21 on Feb. 12, 2024, but he has not appeared on-camera as longtime team leader Gibbs since early Season 19. (And it was not until a full 11 months later that Harmon was removed from the well-watched procedural’s opening credits.)
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Harmon remains an executive producer on CBS‘ NCIS, which kicks off Season 21 on Feb. 12, 2024, but he has not appeared on-camera as longtime team leader Gibbs since early Season 19. (And it was not until a full 11 months later that Harmon was removed from the well-watched procedural’s opening credits.)
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- 11/21/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
‘NCIS’ Creators Considered a Lot of A-list Actor to Play Gibbs — From Alec Baldwin to Patrick Swayze
Fans of NCIS eagerly await season 21 updates, as we can’t wait to find out when the beloved series returns. Unfortunately, we don’t anticipate Mark Harmon’s character, Leroy Jethro Gibbs, appearing. Harmon played Gibbs for 19 seasons before calling it quits. And before Harmon got the job, NCIS creators considered A-list stars to play Gibbs.
‘NCIS’ creators considered A-listers to play Leroy Jethro Gibbs instead of Mark Harmon
Mark Harmon wasn’t always who NCIS creators wanted to play Leroy Jethro Gibbs. While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, it was revealed that other A-list stars were considered for the role.
Charles Floyd Johnson, executive producer for Jag and NCIS, spoke about the casting challenges production initially faced. “I know Harrison Ford was a name that everybody thought about for Gibbs because he was so perfect,” Johnson told The Hollywood Reporter. “But, I don’t think it ever got further than,...
‘NCIS’ creators considered A-listers to play Leroy Jethro Gibbs instead of Mark Harmon
Mark Harmon wasn’t always who NCIS creators wanted to play Leroy Jethro Gibbs. While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, it was revealed that other A-list stars were considered for the role.
Charles Floyd Johnson, executive producer for Jag and NCIS, spoke about the casting challenges production initially faced. “I know Harrison Ford was a name that everybody thought about for Gibbs because he was so perfect,” Johnson told The Hollywood Reporter. “But, I don’t think it ever got further than,...
- 10/28/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
NCIS fans can’t wait to hear more about season 21 — but we’ll be missing one of the most significant characters from the show. David McCallum played medical examiner Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard for 20 seasons, even outlasting Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Before McCallum was cast in the series, serious disagreements existed about him joining the crew. Here’s what a series director said about threatening to cancel NCIS over McCallum.
‘NCIS’ creators were ready to cancel the show if Ducky actor David McCallum wasn’t cast
NCIS fans can’t imagine the series without David McCallum playing Ducky Mallard. While it doesn’t seem like anyone else could play the medical examiner-turned-historian, there was a lot of disagreement regarding McCallum’s casting at the start of the series.
Past NCIS director James Whitmore Jr. recounted the drama to The Hollywood Reporter. “When they cast David McCallum as Ducky,...
‘NCIS’ creators were ready to cancel the show if Ducky actor David McCallum wasn’t cast
NCIS fans can’t imagine the series without David McCallum playing Ducky Mallard. While it doesn’t seem like anyone else could play the medical examiner-turned-historian, there was a lot of disagreement regarding McCallum’s casting at the start of the series.
Past NCIS director James Whitmore Jr. recounted the drama to The Hollywood Reporter. “When they cast David McCallum as Ducky,...
- 10/22/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
NCIS fans never wanted to see Mark Harmon leave the series as Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Harmon was a staple as Gibbs from season 1. And while the series left it open for his possible return, we have yet to hear of any concrete plans to bring him back. Oddly enough, after Harmon permanently left the series, NCIS showrunners didn’t remove him from the opening credits for nearly a year. Here’s why.
Why ‘NCIS’ didn’t remove Mark Harmon from the credit immediately
Mark Harmon played Leroy Jethro Gibbs in NCIS for 19 seasons before calling it quits. Fans adored the character and weren’t sure if the show would survive without him. And it seemed like NCIS showrunners also didn’t want to say goodbye to Gibbs straight away. It took them 11 months to remove Harmon from the opening credits of the show.
Fans likely remember how the show left Gibbs.
Why ‘NCIS’ didn’t remove Mark Harmon from the credit immediately
Mark Harmon played Leroy Jethro Gibbs in NCIS for 19 seasons before calling it quits. Fans adored the character and weren’t sure if the show would survive without him. And it seemed like NCIS showrunners also didn’t want to say goodbye to Gibbs straight away. It took them 11 months to remove Harmon from the opening credits of the show.
Fans likely remember how the show left Gibbs.
- 10/21/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
NCIS fans deeply miss Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Harmon joined the series when it debuted in 2003, and he played Gibbs for 19 seasons before leaving the series completely. He’s undoubtedly missed among NCIS lovers, and they hope for his return to the show at some point. So, should NCIS fans give up hope that they’ll see Harmon return? Here’s his one condition that could convince him to rejoin.
Mark Harmon may return to ‘NCIS’ for the ‘right story’
Mark Harmon said farewell to NCIS in season 19, episode 4, “Great Wide Open.” Leroy Jethro Gibbs is certainly missed, as there’s no other character like him in the series. So, is there any chance that fans could see Harmon return to the small screen for more NCIS in the future?
According to executive producer Steven D. Binder, Harmon might return if a compelling story brings him back. Otherwise,...
Mark Harmon may return to ‘NCIS’ for the ‘right story’
Mark Harmon said farewell to NCIS in season 19, episode 4, “Great Wide Open.” Leroy Jethro Gibbs is certainly missed, as there’s no other character like him in the series. So, is there any chance that fans could see Harmon return to the small screen for more NCIS in the future?
According to executive producer Steven D. Binder, Harmon might return if a compelling story brings him back. Otherwise,...
- 10/20/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
For nearly two decades, Mark Harmon’s role as Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs was synonymous with the hit CBS crime drama NCIS. His departure in the show’s 19th season left fans and industry insiders wondering about the series’ future.
Executive producer Charles Floyd Johnson recently admitted that the team feared Mark Harmon’s departure could spell the end for NCIS. Johnson revealed that the concerns weren’t just about fan reaction but also about Harmon’s integral role as a linchpin that held the series together.
‘NCIS’ boss confesses that Mark Harmon’s exit would be the ‘Death’ of the series
For many years, if someone mentioned NCIS, it was almost guaranteed that Mark Harmon’s name would immediately spring to mind. He helmed the wildly successful CBS crime drama for nearly two decades, assuming the role of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs.
However, Harmon made his departure...
Executive producer Charles Floyd Johnson recently admitted that the team feared Mark Harmon’s departure could spell the end for NCIS. Johnson revealed that the concerns weren’t just about fan reaction but also about Harmon’s integral role as a linchpin that held the series together.
‘NCIS’ boss confesses that Mark Harmon’s exit would be the ‘Death’ of the series
For many years, if someone mentioned NCIS, it was almost guaranteed that Mark Harmon’s name would immediately spring to mind. He helmed the wildly successful CBS crime drama for nearly two decades, assuming the role of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs.
However, Harmon made his departure...
- 9/30/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
David McCallum, the iconic actor who brought Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard to life on NCIS, has always been a cornerstone of the show. From its early days, McCallum made Ducky a fan-favorite character, even as his role evolved.
Surprisingly, McCallum’s most cherished episode dates back to the show’s first season, defying expectations that one of the later episodes might have captured his favor. The episode titled “My Other Left Foot” blends the show’s signature dark humor and allows Ducky’s unique personality traits to shine.
David McCallum reveals his favorite ‘NCIS’ episode of all time
Since the inception of NCIS, McCallum has been a mainstay, portraying Dr. Donald Mallard, otherwise known as “Ducky.”
In later seasons, McCallum scaled back his involvement in the hit crime procedural. The series transitioned his character from the head forensic pathologist to a role more focused on history.
Given that McCallum was...
Surprisingly, McCallum’s most cherished episode dates back to the show’s first season, defying expectations that one of the later episodes might have captured his favor. The episode titled “My Other Left Foot” blends the show’s signature dark humor and allows Ducky’s unique personality traits to shine.
David McCallum reveals his favorite ‘NCIS’ episode of all time
Since the inception of NCIS, McCallum has been a mainstay, portraying Dr. Donald Mallard, otherwise known as “Ducky.”
In later seasons, McCallum scaled back his involvement in the hit crime procedural. The series transitioned his character from the head forensic pathologist to a role more focused on history.
Given that McCallum was...
- 9/27/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
David McCallum, the man who brought the sexy to NBC's swinging 1960s superspy series "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." and enjoyed an unexpected career resurgence via CBS' long-running procedural "NCIS," has, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter, passed away of natural causes at the age of 90.
Although his character Illya Kuryakin was a Russian agent in "The Man from U.N.C.L.E.," the Scottish McCallum imbued the show with a British Mod-era cool that mashed up Sean Connery's finely tailored James Bond with the youthful insouciance of The Beatles. This wasn't by design. "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." was conceived as a vehicle for Robert Vaughn, but it's impossible to imagine the show gaining global traction with his cucumber-cool (occasionally frigid) American agent Napoleon Solo. To be sure, Vaughn had "it." He got the best character arc in John Sturges' "The Magnificent Seven," and died a hero's death.
Although his character Illya Kuryakin was a Russian agent in "The Man from U.N.C.L.E.," the Scottish McCallum imbued the show with a British Mod-era cool that mashed up Sean Connery's finely tailored James Bond with the youthful insouciance of The Beatles. This wasn't by design. "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." was conceived as a vehicle for Robert Vaughn, but it's impossible to imagine the show gaining global traction with his cucumber-cool (occasionally frigid) American agent Napoleon Solo. To be sure, Vaughn had "it." He got the best character arc in John Sturges' "The Magnificent Seven," and died a hero's death.
- 9/25/2023
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
The actor was also known for his roles in ‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E.’ and ‘The Great Escape.’
David McCallum has died. The actor, best known for his role as Ducky on NCIS, died on Monday of natural causes while surrounded by family at New York Presbyterian Hospital. He was 90.
“He was the kindest, coolest, most patient and loving father,” McCallum’s son, Peter McCallum, said in a statement. “He always put family before self. He looked forward to any chance to connect with his grandchildren, and had a unique bond with each of them. He and his youngest grandson, Whit, 9, could often be found in the corner of a room at family parties having deep philosophical conversations.”
“He was a true renaissance man — he was fascinated by science and culture and would turn those passions into knowledge,” he continued. “For example, he was capable of conducting a symphony orchestra and...
David McCallum has died. The actor, best known for his role as Ducky on NCIS, died on Monday of natural causes while surrounded by family at New York Presbyterian Hospital. He was 90.
“He was the kindest, coolest, most patient and loving father,” McCallum’s son, Peter McCallum, said in a statement. “He always put family before self. He looked forward to any chance to connect with his grandchildren, and had a unique bond with each of them. He and his youngest grandson, Whit, 9, could often be found in the corner of a room at family parties having deep philosophical conversations.”
“He was a true renaissance man — he was fascinated by science and culture and would turn those passions into knowledge,” he continued. “For example, he was capable of conducting a symphony orchestra and...
- 9/25/2023
- by Divya Goyal
- ET Canada
David McCallum, known for his roles as Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard in NCIS and Illya Kuryakin in the 1960s series The Man From U.N.C.L.E, has passed away at the age of 90. A statement from NCIS executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North (via The Wrap), reads: “For over 20 years, David McCallum endeared himself to audiences around the world playing the wise, quirky, and sometimes enigmatic, Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard. But as much as his fans may have loved him, those who worked side by side with David loved him that much more.” “He was a scholar and a gentleman, always gracious, a consummate professional, and never one to pass up a joke,” Binder and North added. “From day one, it was an honor to work with him and he never let us down. He was, quite simply, a legend. He was also family and will be deeply missed.” David McCallum,...
- 9/25/2023
- TV Insider
Sad news to report as it was announced that David McCallum died this morning at New York Presbyterian Hospital at the age of 90. The actor was best known for playing Chief Medical Examiner Donald “Ducky” Mallard on NCIS, as well as Ilya Kuryakin on The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
David McCallum’s son, Peter, released a statement on behalf of the family.
He was the kindest, coolest, most patient and loving father. He always put family before self. He looked forward to any chance to connect with his grandchildren, and had a unique bond with each of them. He and his youngest grandson, Whit, 9, could often be found in the corner of a room at family parties having deep philosophical conversations.
He was a true renaissance man — he was fascinated by science and culture and would turn those passions into knowledge. For example, he was capable of...
David McCallum’s son, Peter, released a statement on behalf of the family.
He was the kindest, coolest, most patient and loving father. He always put family before self. He looked forward to any chance to connect with his grandchildren, and had a unique bond with each of them. He and his youngest grandson, Whit, 9, could often be found in the corner of a room at family parties having deep philosophical conversations.
He was a true renaissance man — he was fascinated by science and culture and would turn those passions into knowledge. For example, he was capable of...
- 9/25/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
David McCallum, who played Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard on CBS procedural “NCIS” and Illya Kuryakin on ’60s series “The Man From U.N.C.L.E,” has died at 90. The actor passed away peacefully Monday morning of natural causes surrounded by family at New York Presbyterian Hospital, CBS said in a statement.
Son Peter McCallum remembered him as “the kindest, coolest, most patient and loving father” and as a true renaissance man.” Added Peter, “He was fascinated by science and culture and would turn those passions into knowledge. For example, he was capable of conducting a symphony orchestra and (if needed) could actually perform an autopsy, based on his decades-long studies for his role on ‘NCIS.'”
He ended his statement with, “Somehow, even at 90, Daddy never grew old.”
David McCallum in 1966 (Photo by Earl Leaf/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)
“For over 20 years, David McCallum endeared himself to audiences around the world playing the wise,...
Son Peter McCallum remembered him as “the kindest, coolest, most patient and loving father” and as a true renaissance man.” Added Peter, “He was fascinated by science and culture and would turn those passions into knowledge. For example, he was capable of conducting a symphony orchestra and (if needed) could actually perform an autopsy, based on his decades-long studies for his role on ‘NCIS.'”
He ended his statement with, “Somehow, even at 90, Daddy never grew old.”
David McCallum in 1966 (Photo by Earl Leaf/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)
“For over 20 years, David McCallum endeared himself to audiences around the world playing the wise,...
- 9/25/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
David McCallum, the Scottish actor who portrayed the enigmatic Russian-born U.S. secret agent Illya Kuryakin on The Man From U.N.C.L.E. and the chief medical examiner Donald “Ducky” Mallard on NCIS, died Monday. He was 90.
McCallum died of natural causes surrounded by family at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, a spokesperson for CBS announced.
McCallum also starred opposite Joanna Lumley for four seasons on the 1979-82 British sci-fi series Sapphire & Steel (she was Sapphire, he was Steel) — a show many see as a precursor to The X-Files — and played a British prisoner of war on the acclaimed 1972-74 BBC drama Colditz.
McCallum was married to British actress Jill Ireland from May 1957 until she left him for brawny actor Charles Bronson a decade later. McCallum rebounded quite nicely, though, quickly marrying model Katherine Carpenter in 1967, and his wife of 56 years survives him.
The boyishly handsome actor spent all 20 seasons...
McCallum died of natural causes surrounded by family at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, a spokesperson for CBS announced.
McCallum also starred opposite Joanna Lumley for four seasons on the 1979-82 British sci-fi series Sapphire & Steel (she was Sapphire, he was Steel) — a show many see as a precursor to The X-Files — and played a British prisoner of war on the acclaimed 1972-74 BBC drama Colditz.
McCallum was married to British actress Jill Ireland from May 1957 until she left him for brawny actor Charles Bronson a decade later. McCallum rebounded quite nicely, though, quickly marrying model Katherine Carpenter in 1967, and his wife of 56 years survives him.
The boyishly handsome actor spent all 20 seasons...
- 9/25/2023
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
NCIS veteran David McCallum, also known for his Emmy-nominated role in The Man From U.N.C.L.E., died peacefully this morning of natural causes at New York Presbyterian Hospital, surrounded by family. He was 90, having celebrated his birthday less than a week ago.
A fan favorite, McCallum was the last remaining original cast member on CBS’ NCIS, in which he played Chief Medical Examiner Donald “Ducky” Mallard, an eccentric but highly efficient investigator with a knack for psychological profiling, for two decades.
David McCallum as Medical Examiner Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard. (Photo by Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images)
“For over 20 years, David McCallum endeared himself to audiences around the world playing the wise, quirky, and sometimes enigmatic, Dr. Donald ‘Ducky’ Mallard,” said NCIS executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North. “But as much as his fans may have loved him, those who worked side by side with David loved him that much more.
A fan favorite, McCallum was the last remaining original cast member on CBS’ NCIS, in which he played Chief Medical Examiner Donald “Ducky” Mallard, an eccentric but highly efficient investigator with a knack for psychological profiling, for two decades.
David McCallum as Medical Examiner Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard. (Photo by Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images)
“For over 20 years, David McCallum endeared himself to audiences around the world playing the wise, quirky, and sometimes enigmatic, Dr. Donald ‘Ducky’ Mallard,” said NCIS executive producers Steven D. Binder and David North. “But as much as his fans may have loved him, those who worked side by side with David loved him that much more.
- 9/25/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
David McCallum, who played Donald “Ducky” Mallard on NCIS for more than two decades, died Monday morning in New York. He was 90.
McCallum — who most recently appeared, remotely, in the final two episodes of NCIS‘ 20th season last spring — passed away at New York Presbyterian Hospital of natural causes.
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“For over 20 years, David McCallum endeared himself to audiences around the world playing the wise,...
McCallum — who most recently appeared, remotely, in the final two episodes of NCIS‘ 20th season last spring — passed away at New York Presbyterian Hospital of natural causes.
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“For over 20 years, David McCallum endeared himself to audiences around the world playing the wise,...
- 9/25/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
CBS will celebrate the 20th anniversary of “NCIS” this month, the network announced Thursday.
“NCIS Day,” which will be observed on Monday, Sept. 25, will pay homage to the fan-favorite procedural that has aired 459 episodes to date two days after the anniversary of its Sept. 23, 2003 launch. With the upcoming 21st installment of season, the “NCIS” franchise will hit 1,000 episodes.
During the celebration, a mini marathon of “NCIS” will run from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. featuring the first “NCIS” episode and its original cast, the Season 2 finale and a notable Season 19 episode featuring the series’ current cast. CBS will also air a sneak peek of upcoming spinoff “NCIS: Sydney,” which will premiere Nov. 13 on CBS as the franchise’s first international iteration.
Additionally, the network will debut several social media features surrounding the series, including the show’s Bandium app, which was introduced in Season 19 by Gary Cole’s Special Agent Alden Parker.
“NCIS Day,” which will be observed on Monday, Sept. 25, will pay homage to the fan-favorite procedural that has aired 459 episodes to date two days after the anniversary of its Sept. 23, 2003 launch. With the upcoming 21st installment of season, the “NCIS” franchise will hit 1,000 episodes.
During the celebration, a mini marathon of “NCIS” will run from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. featuring the first “NCIS” episode and its original cast, the Season 2 finale and a notable Season 19 episode featuring the series’ current cast. CBS will also air a sneak peek of upcoming spinoff “NCIS: Sydney,” which will premiere Nov. 13 on CBS as the franchise’s first international iteration.
Additionally, the network will debut several social media features surrounding the series, including the show’s Bandium app, which was introduced in Season 19 by Gary Cole’s Special Agent Alden Parker.
- 9/7/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
The anticipation surrounding the possible return of some key characters to the hit crime drama NCIS has been building among fans. Yet, the excitement doesn’t seem to be shared universally within the cast and crew.
Mark Harmon isn’t the only NCIS star whose potential return is being met with mixed feelings. Rumors of Michael Weatherly’s comeback have also emerged, sparking a wave of reactions that reflect a less-than-enthusiastic response from some of his fellow cast members.
‘NCIS’ cast are not happy about Michael Weatherly returning to the show
NCIS fans eagerly anticipate the return of beloved characters to the series. Yet the same sentiment isn’t echoed by the cast and crew of the popular crime drama.
Rumors have swelled about Weatherly returning as Anthony “Tony” Dinozzo. The move seems to be desired by most viewers but not so much by his fellow cast members.
According to Radar Online,...
Mark Harmon isn’t the only NCIS star whose potential return is being met with mixed feelings. Rumors of Michael Weatherly’s comeback have also emerged, sparking a wave of reactions that reflect a less-than-enthusiastic response from some of his fellow cast members.
‘NCIS’ cast are not happy about Michael Weatherly returning to the show
NCIS fans eagerly anticipate the return of beloved characters to the series. Yet the same sentiment isn’t echoed by the cast and crew of the popular crime drama.
Rumors have swelled about Weatherly returning as Anthony “Tony” Dinozzo. The move seems to be desired by most viewers but not so much by his fellow cast members.
According to Radar Online,...
- 8/29/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The departure of Mark Harmon from NCIS after 19 seasons was a blow to fans everywhere. While the public’s yearning for the return of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs remains strong, Harmon’s former co-stars might not share the same sentiment.
Amid speculation about Harmon’s return, it seems the NCIS cast isn’t too keen due to his inconsistent stance. Despite their acknowledgment of the potential popularity boost his return could provide, his wavering commitment has left them frustrated.
Mark Harmon | Monty Brinton/CBS via Getty Images Insider claims Mark Harmon’s ‘fickle attitude’ about returning is grating on his co-stars
Harmon, the well-known face of NCIS, left the show last year, leaving fans heartbroken and fervently wishing for his return. However, his ex-colleagues might not be as eager to see Gibbs back in the limelight.
Despite hints at a possible reappearance, a source revealed to Radar Online that...
Amid speculation about Harmon’s return, it seems the NCIS cast isn’t too keen due to his inconsistent stance. Despite their acknowledgment of the potential popularity boost his return could provide, his wavering commitment has left them frustrated.
Mark Harmon | Monty Brinton/CBS via Getty Images Insider claims Mark Harmon’s ‘fickle attitude’ about returning is grating on his co-stars
Harmon, the well-known face of NCIS, left the show last year, leaving fans heartbroken and fervently wishing for his return. However, his ex-colleagues might not be as eager to see Gibbs back in the limelight.
Despite hints at a possible reappearance, a source revealed to Radar Online that...
- 7/24/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Nick Torres in prison? He must be undercover! NCIS executive producer Steven D. Binder can neither confirm nor deny. In the Season 20 finale, someone behind bars holds information the team needs to stop a terrorist attack. “We don’t necessarily know what shape Torres in prison will take,” Binder cautions, adding Wilmer Valderrama’s special agent “can be a little hotheaded and do things that aren’t necessarily appropriate for an agent that have consequences.” Whatever brings him there, “his experience in prison is going to bring up a lot of demons from his past,” finale cowriter David J. North says. “The emotional baggage that he’s carried, going all the way back to before he even joined the show when he was constantly doing deep undercover work and his problems with alcohol, his journey in prison is going to be one that’s very emotionally taxing for him.” And...
- 5/9/2023
- TV Insider
NCIS hit a huge milestone this season. The long-running crime drama is currently celebrating its 20th anniversary on CBS, and Rocky Carroll, who plays Leon Vance in the series, recently hinted that Mark Harmon might return for the historic year.
Harmon, who also serves as a producer of NCIS, left the beloved show after season 19. While fans would love to see Harmon back in action, even if it is in a minor role, Carroll isn’t the only one who has teased his potential return to the show.
Rocky Carroll and Mark Harmon | Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images ‘NCIS’ star Rocky Carroll is open to Mark Harmon’s Leroy Gibbs return
Harmon has been an integral part of NCIS ever since the series started way back in 2003. It has only been a year since Harmon’s heartbreaking departure, yet a few of his co-stars haven’t been able to...
Harmon, who also serves as a producer of NCIS, left the beloved show after season 19. While fans would love to see Harmon back in action, even if it is in a minor role, Carroll isn’t the only one who has teased his potential return to the show.
Rocky Carroll and Mark Harmon | Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images ‘NCIS’ star Rocky Carroll is open to Mark Harmon’s Leroy Gibbs return
Harmon has been an integral part of NCIS ever since the series started way back in 2003. It has only been a year since Harmon’s heartbreaking departure, yet a few of his co-stars haven’t been able to...
- 3/6/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
If Brian Dietzen, aka Dr. Jimmy Palmer, had his way, several fan favorites would be returning to NCIS in the near future. Along with his acting duties, Dietzen has co-written a few episodes of the hit crime drama – and he’s looking forward to writing more storylines for the show’s most iconic characters.
In a recent interview, Dietzen admitted that he would love to create stories for Gibbs (Mark Harmon), Tony (Michael Weatherly), and even Abby (Pauley Perrette), teasing some major reunions as the series heads into the final leg of season 20.
The cast of ‘NCIS’ | John Shearer/WireImage Brian Dietzen talks about bringing back former ‘NCIS’ stars in future seasons
NCIS fans may know Dietzen as Dr. Jimmy Palmer, but he’s also a talented writer who has co-written two episodes of the show with Scott Williams. However, his previous writing credits came in seasons 19 and 20, which means...
In a recent interview, Dietzen admitted that he would love to create stories for Gibbs (Mark Harmon), Tony (Michael Weatherly), and even Abby (Pauley Perrette), teasing some major reunions as the series heads into the final leg of season 20.
The cast of ‘NCIS’ | John Shearer/WireImage Brian Dietzen talks about bringing back former ‘NCIS’ stars in future seasons
NCIS fans may know Dietzen as Dr. Jimmy Palmer, but he’s also a talented writer who has co-written two episodes of the show with Scott Williams. However, his previous writing credits came in seasons 19 and 20, which means...
- 2/27/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Case-cracking becomes a fractious father-son affair in NCIS’s milestone episode after team leader Parker (Gary Cole) takes in his feisty retired Navy dad Roman (Francis Xavier McCarthy), introduced in the Season 19 finale. Seems Pops was kicked out of his assisted living facility for rambunctious behavior. “It’s a worst-case scenario,” says executive producer Steven D. Binder. Then Roman offers to help the team investigate a different nursing home that’s up to shady business! “We’re going to get insight on how [Parker] became the man that he is today,” Binder says. “It’s about heart.” The hour also has its wackiness, with an “eyebrow-raising” love triangle and a ride-share driver who moon-lights as a grandkid-for-hire dying in a car crash. As for what’s coming up after the milestone, expect some high-stakes cases, according to the EP, ...
- 2/23/2023
- TV Insider
Feels like just yesterday we were learning what the acronym stood for. Now we can’t imagine our viewing lives without NCIS, which spun off from two 2003 episodes of Jag into its own juggernaut of twisty mysteries and beloved characters. To mark the series’ 450th episode, airing February 27, we solicited fan questions for the actors and creative team. A fun tidbit we learned: At one point, producers hoped to have all the living presidents make cameo appearances. “I thought I could get them in a card game,” says executive producer Steven D. Binder. He had a connection who could ask one Potus directly, but it didn’t work out. “And if you can’t get the one, then you get none.” But wouldn’t that have been amazing! Read on for more fascinating info. Getting Into Character Was there something in the waters at Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago that prepared you,...
- 2/22/2023
- TV Insider
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