In the season 18 finale of NCIS, actress Emily Wickersham bid farewell to her beloved character Ellie Bishop, leaving fans hopeful for her eventual return. NCIS has a history of bringing back characters, and given the departures of many main cast members over the years, Ellie’s comeback wouldn’t be unprecedented. Despite the challenges posed by Ellie’s storyline involving the release of NSA documents before joining NCIS, there are viable avenues to reintroduce her in season 22. One promising option is to reintegrate Ellie into the team through a new role, presenting an intriguing possibility for her future on the show.