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NCIS: Origins 2024

“The story Gibbs never told.”

★ 7.5/10 · 67 votes TV-14 CrimeDrama 2 seasons · 36 eps Returning Series

Created by Gina Lucita Monreal, David J. North

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What is NCIS: Origins?

NCIS: Origins is a television series that premiered in 2024. The narrative is set in 1991, taking place years before the events depicted in the original NCIS series.

Type
TV series
Year
2024
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
36
First aired
Oct 14, 2024
Last aired
May 5, 2026
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Crime, Drama
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NCIS: Origins is a television series that premiered in 2024. The narrative is set in 1991, taking place years before the events depicted in the original NCIS series. The plot follows the early career of Leroy Jethro Gibbs as he begins his professional journey as a newly minted special agent. Gibbs joins the fledgling NCIS office located at Camp Pendleton. Upon his arrival, he integrates into a gritty and ragtag team of investigators. This unit is led by Mike Franks, who is established as an NCIS legend. The series focuses on the formative experiences of Gibbs as he navigates his new environment and establishes his place within the team. By centering on these early years, the show explores the origins of the character and the operational beginnings of the agency at that specific military installation. The program provides historical context for the franchise by revisiting the professional environment that shaped the future of its central protagonist during the early 1990s.

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Should you watch it?

“Leroy Jethro Gibbs begins his career as a special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office.”

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Reasons to watch
  • explores the origins of an iconic character
  • features a team led by Mike Franks
Keep in mind
  • set in the past
  • focuses on a fledgling office

Watch it if you are interested in the early career history of Leroy Jethro Gibbs.

The series features a gritty tone consistent with the NCIS franchise.

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Cast

Austin Stowell Leroy Jethro Gibbs
Kyle Schmid Special Agent Mike Franks
Mariel Molino Special Agent Lala Dominguez
Tyla Abercrumbie FOS Officer Mary Jo Hayes
Diany Rodriguez Special Agent Vera Strickland
Caleb Foote Special Agent Bernard 'Randy' Randolf
Mark Harmon Older Leroy Jethro Gibbs (voice) (uncredited)
Patrick Fischler SAC Cliff Wheeler
Bobby Moynihan Woodrow 'Woody' Browne
Tonantzin Carmelo Tishmal 'Tish' Kwá'la
Marisa Baram Gail Price
Michael Harney Richard Kowalski

Episode guide

Season 1 · 18 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 18 episodes

Frequently asked questions

When is the series set?

The series is set in 1991.

Who leads the team?

The team is led by NCIS legend Mike Franks.

Where is the office located?

The office is located at Camp Pendleton.

Who is the main character?

The main character is Leroy Jethro Gibbs.

What is Gibbs' role?

Gibbs is a newly minted special agent.