With Season 22 of NCIS premiering in October, fans are eagerly anticipating what lies ahead for their favorite crime-solving team. One major question is the fate of Alden Parker, who came close to death last season. And who is Lily, the mysterious little girl he kept seeing during his near-death experience? Her identity remains a puzzle, leaving fans curious about her significance.
Another big storyline revolves around Jessica Knight. Will she leave the team to pursue her dream job as the chief training officer for REACT? The position, which requires her to relocate to Camp Pendleton, complicates her relationship with Dr. Jimmy Palmer. When Jimmy found out about the job offer, he reacted with anger, creating tension between the two. Fans are anxiously waiting to see where their relationship and Jessica’s career stand at the start of Season 22.
There’s also been speculation about the return of Ziva David and Tony DiNozzo. Tony’s appearance at Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard’s funeral was a pleasant surprise, especially since Jethro Gibbs wasn’t there. Could we see more of these fan-favorite characters in the new season?
Adding to the excitement, NCIS has teased an intriguing storyline involving an unusual spy. According to TVLine, a super spy character will be introduced in what showrunner Steven D. Binder describes as a James Bond-type episode with a dangerous and heartbreaking twist. The episode will explore what happens when a high-level spy, akin to Jason Bourne or James Bond, ends up in a retirement home, dealing with the challenges of aging. Binder hints at the episode’s fascinating premise: “What do you do when you have those sorts of skills and that sort of knowledge, and you’re starting to lose your [expletive]?”
Will this spy assist the team or become a hindrance? The possibilities are endless, leaving fans eager to see how this storyline unfolds.
While waiting for the new season, you can catch up on NCIS by streaming it on Paramount+. Season 22 premieres on Monday, Oct. 14, at 8/7c on CBS. Don’t forget that the show will move to the 9/8c timeslot starting the following week.
