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S5·E8 Designated Target

Episode
Season 5, Episode 8
Air Date
November 13, 2007
Runtime
44 minutes
Director
Colin Bucksey
Writer
Reed Steiner
Score
7.4/10 (11 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired November 13, 2007 44 min ★ 7.4/10 · 11 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

A murder investigation of a Navy Admiral takes a shocking turn when a woman, a political refugee, returns home to search for her husband.

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Episode recap

The episode Designated Target from Season 5 of NCIS involves a murder investigation of a Navy Admiral. The case takes an unexpected turn with the introduction of a woman who is a political refugee. She has returned home in search of her husband, adding a new layer to the investigation. The Naval Criminal Investigative Service team is tasked with solving the crime, which is their primary function as depicted in the series. NCIS is a show that combines elements of crime, drama, and action, and it follows the agents as they investigate various cases, including murder and terrorism. The series is based on the real-life agents of the NCIS, a major US government agency. The episode is part of a long-running series that premiered in 2003 and has been broadcast on CBS. The show has been created by Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, and it features a team of special agents who work to solve complex cases.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 8 of NCIS air?

Season 5, Episode 8 ('Designated Target') originally aired on November 13, 2007.

How long is Season 5 Episode 8 ('Designated Target')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.

What happens in NCIS Season 5 Episode 8?

A murder investigation of a Navy Admiral takes a shocking turn when a woman, a political refugee, returns home to search for her husband....

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