When NCIS Season 22 arrives, Jessica Knight’s journey might take a challenging turn. This insight comes directly from co-showrunner Steve D. Binder, who hinted that the upcoming season will be “bittersweet” for Katrina Law’s character on the long-running police procedural.
### Jessica Knight’s Bittersweet Journey in NCIS Season 22
In a recent interview, NCIS co-showrunner Steve D. Binder discussed the implications of Season 21’s finale for Jessica Knight’s future. His comments did little to alleviate fans’ concerns about the character’s fate. During the finale, Special Agent Jessica Knight accepted the role of Chief React Training Officer at Camp Pendleton, prioritizing this career move over her position on the team and her relationship with Dr. Jimmy Palmer (Brian Dietzen).
This decision suggests that Law’s character might not remain a full-time presence in Season 22. However, fans will have to wait to see how the storyline unfolds. Historically, NCIS has seen characters make significant changes at the end of a season, only for things to eventually revert to normal. Conversely, some characters have departed permanently.
Binder provided some enigmatic hints: “Well, you know, we’ve set something up there,” he said (via TVLine). “And I will point you toward our track record where ‘You never know.’” He referenced previous instances where characters left only to return, as well as instances of permanent departures, like that of Jethro Leroy Gibbs.
Binder compared Jessica’s situation to that of Tony DiNozzo, raising the question of what it would take for a character to leave the team for good. Is Jessica’s new role enough to cause her departure?
### Is Katrina Law Leaving NCIS?
Binder emphasized that the storyline is crucial to understanding Jessica’s potential departure. Jessica had previously discussed her career aspirations with her father, and her relationship with Jimmy Palmer recently appeared uncertain, making it easier for her to consider leaving. Yet, the final decision remains ambiguous.
“We think the audience will be satisfied with where they see this go,” Binder said. “Sometimes that satisfaction is bittersweet, and sometimes it’s just pure joy. You’ll have to wait to find out which one it’s going to be.”
The narrative highlighted Jessica’s father reminding her of her ambitious career goals, which might not align with staying in her current role or maintaining her relationship with Palmer. Encouraged by her father, Jessica made a significant career move. Law expressed a desire for what’s best for each character in the long run, even though the future remains uncertain.
Fans are left to ponder whether Katrina Law will indeed leave NCIS and whether Jessica will return to the team and reconcile with Jimmy. The audience is encouraged to share their thoughts and speculations in the comments.
### Conclusion
NCIS Season 22 promises a complex and potentially heart-wrenching arc for Jessica Knight. As fans eagerly await the new season, the fate of Katrina Law’s character remains a hot topic of speculation, filled with possibilities for both continuity and change.