S9·E15 Secrets

Episode recap

In the fifteenth episode of the ninth season of NCIS, titled Secrets, the Major Case Response Team is tasked with investigating the death of a Navy Captain. Upon discovering the body, the team finds an unusual costume concealed beneath the victim's official military uniform. This discovery leads the investigators into the world of a secret society composed of individuals who identify as real-life superheroes. As the team delves deeper into the investigation, they must navigate the complexities of this hidden subculture to identify and track down a villain connected to the case. The episode follows the established format of the series, which focuses on the Major Case Response Team as they handle criminal investigations involving personnel from the United States Navy and Marine Corps. The show, which originated from two back-door pilot episodes of the series JAG in 2003, continues to center on the team's efforts to solve cases involving murder, espionage, and other threats to military personnel. The investigation into the Navy Captain's death serves as the primary focus for the team as they work to uncover the truth behind the secret society and the circumstances surrounding the victim's demise.