“Gibbs vs. Vance: The Ultimate NCIS Showdown!”
The NCIS franchise is about to witness a historic showdown as Leroy Jethro Gibbs and Leon Vance compete for the coveted title of most appearances across the series. With the recent cancellation of NCIS: Hawai’i, the franchise is gearing up for two new additions, including NCIS: Origins, a prequel focusing on a young Gibbs during his early days at Camp Pendleton.
Mark Harmon’s Gibbs has been a cornerstone of the franchise for almost two decades, appearing not only in the parent series but also in spin-offs like NCIS: New Orleans and JAG. Meanwhile, Rocky Carroll’s Vance, though initially planned for just two seasons, has become a vital figure, appearing across multiple NCIS iterations, including Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Hawai’i.
As Vance’s role as NCIS Director allows for visits to various field offices, his appearances could extend even further, potentially including the upcoming NCIS: Sydney spin-off. Additionally, with NCIS: Origins set to reintroduce familiar characters, the possibility of a young Vance crossing paths with Gibbs adds an exciting dimension to the competition.
The enduring popularity of the NCIS franchise hinges on its ability to intertwine characters from different shows, and fans eagerly anticipate seeing Gibbs and Vance, portrayed by Harmon and Carroll or otherwise, continue to grace their screens for years to come. While the ultimate record-holder remains to be seen, the journey promises to be filled with intrigue and excitement.
In the meantime, NCIS enthusiasts can look forward to the debut of NCIS: Origins, set to premiere on CBS this fall as part of the 2024 TV schedule. And for those craving their NCIS fix, Paramount Plus offers a streaming option to revisit episodes of the parent series.
