NCIS fans, get ready for a thrilling journey back in time! CBS has greenlit a new prequel series from Mark Harmon, titled NCIS: Origins, set to premiere in the 2024-25 season. Narrated by Harmon himself, the show will delve into the early life of his iconic character, Leroy Jethro Gibbs.
NCIS: Origins will take viewers back to Gibbs’ early days as a freshly minted special agent at NCIS Camp Pendleton, under the guidance of NCIS legend Mike Franks. Led by Harmon and his son Sean Harmon, who will serve as executive producers, the series promises to unveil previously untold stories about Gibbs’ formative years.
Excitement abounds as NCIS writers and producers Gina Lucita Monreal and David J. North step in as co-showrunners, with Monreal and North also penning the premiere episode. While the lead role has yet to be cast, anticipation is high for the actor who will embody the young Gibbs on screen.
Sean Harmon expressed his enthusiasm for the project, noting the significance of exploring his father’s character’s early years. He shared his excitement about stepping into a producing role alongside the talented team, promising to reveal a new side of the beloved character.
CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach echoed the sentiment, expressing the network’s delight in expanding the NCIS universe with such a unique and unexpected venture. She highlighted Mark Harmon’s return to CBS to narrate Gibbs’ complex backstory, promising a captivating blend of familiar faces and intriguing new characters.
For fans eagerly awaiting Harmon’s return to the NCIS franchise after his departure in 2021, NCIS: Origins is sure to reignite their passion for the series. With its exploration of Gibbs’ origins, the show promises to deepen our understanding of one of television’s most beloved characters while delivering thrilling new adventures.