NCIS’s 1000th Episode: Franchise Flexes Its Strength
NCIS, now in its 21st season, marks over two decades of crime-solving on CBS. The recent celebration of its 1000th episode showcased the franchise’s resilience. The flagship series, NCIS, took center stage for this milestone event, welcoming back retired FBI agent Tobias Fornell, portrayed by Joe Spano.
While the celebration didn’t reunite as many original characters as anticipated, the 1000th episode bridged the narrative across NCIS and its spinoffs: Los Angeles, New Orleans, Hawai’i, and Sydney. Rather than opting for a crossover extravaganza, the episode focused on the origins of the Major Case Response Team (MCRT), evoking nostalgia for the franchise’s rich history.
Though a major original character was absent, the episode’s success underscores the franchise’s ability to thrive, even in the absence of key figures.
