“Exclusive: ‘NCIS’ Prequel Casts Austin Stowell as Young Leroy Jethro Gibbs!”
CBS’s upcoming series, “NCIS: Origins,” is making waves with its latest casting announcement. Austin Stowell, known for his roles in “Bridge of Spies” and “Whiplash,” will take on the lead role of a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs. The show, set to premiere in the 2024-2025 broadcast season, promises to unveil Gibbs’ early days as a special agent in the fledgling NIS Camp Pendleton office, led by NCIS legend Mike Franks.
Mark Harmon, the original Gibbs, will serve as the show’s narrator and executive producer, adding to the excitement surrounding this new chapter in the beloved franchise. With David J. North and Gina Lucita Monreal at the helm as co-showrunners and executive producers, alongside Harmon and his son, Sean Harmon, the series is poised to captivate audiences with its gritty storytelling.
Stowell’s casting adds another layer of anticipation to the already highly-anticipated prequel. His impressive resume, spanning both television and film, makes him a perfect fit for the role of young Gibbs. As fans eagerly await the premiere of “NCIS: Origins,” the expansion of the “NCIS” universe continues to delight audiences worldwide.
