NCIS Season 21 delivers a heartfelt tribute to Ducky Mallard, honoring David McCallum’s legacy in a poignant nod. The significant shift in Ducky’s storyline is evident with the absence of original characters. Despite cast changes spanning over two decades, NCIS remains a television powerhouse. Episode 2, titled “The Stories We Leave Behind,” unveils a secret vault, exposing NCIS’ ultimate team lineup through a group portrait of former members, including Gibbs, DiNozzo, and McGee.
This episode stands as a commemoration of Ducky’s legacy and the enduring impact of the team. Mark Harmon’s longest reign as part of the NCIS team, alongside the addition of Cote de Pablo as Ziva and Rocky Carroll’s leadership as Vance, reigns supreme. Their dynamic fostered profound character development and compelling storylines, establishing them as the genre’s best.
