Since its debut in 2003, NCIS and its spin-offs have become a top military police drama, consistently drawing a dedicated audience with its blend of crime and law enforcement. Now gearing up for its 22nd season, the original series is set to introduce significant changes, particularly with the departure of Katrina Law’s character, Jessica Knight.
Jessica Knight’s Exit and Its Impact
Season 21 concluded with Jessica Knight taking on a new role as the chief REACT training officer, prompting her departure from the team. While Knight will reunite with her NCIS colleagues in Season 22, producer Steven D. Binder hints that this reunion won’t be as smooth as fans might hope.
Season 22: A Shaken Team
According to Binder, although the team will come together again, the reunion will be fraught with tension. The squad, led by Papa Bird Parker, will be drawn back into a case involving Knight, but the emotional fallout from her departure will continue to affect each team member in different ways.
Binder shared with TV Insider that the aftermath of Knight’s exit will be felt deeply across the team. “Poor Torres keeps losing his team members, leading him to go undercover with dangerous people. McGee is applying for a deputy director position in Colorado, and Kasie is still feeling the sting of Knight’s absence,” Binder revealed.
What’s Ahead
While Knight’s exit has left a mark, the upcoming season promises engaging new cases and complex dynamics as the team navigates their changed circumstances. Fans can expect a mix of fresh challenges and evolving relationships.
NCIS Season 22 premieres on October 14, 2024, on CBS, and promises to deliver the gripping drama and camaraderie that has long defined the series.
