S20·E17 Stranger in a Strange Land

Episode recap

In the seventeenth episode of the twentieth season of NCIS, titled Stranger in a Strange Land, the investigative team is tasked with solving the murder of a Marine private. The circumstances surrounding the death suggest that the victim was targeted specifically for his efforts to assist an Afghan refugee. The NCIS team works to uncover the details behind this crime as they navigate the complexities of the case. The series, which originated as two back-door pilot episodes of the show JAG in April 2003, continues to follow a team of special agents who handle various criminal investigations ranging from murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen submarines. The production benefits from a long-standing history, with cast members such as Sean Murray and Brian Dietzen having been involved with the show since its first season. Rocky Carroll has also been a part of the series since its fifth season. The show remains a long-running crime, drama, and action-adventure program.