NCIS Season 22: Bad News for Jimmy and Knight Fans – Here’s What to Expect
As NCIS Season 22 approaches, fans are left wondering not only about Katrina Law’s future on the show but also the unresolved romance between Jessica Knight and Jimmy Palmer. The Season 21 finale ended with Knight accepting a job at Camp Pendleton, while Jimmy suggested they part ways to avoid further heartbreak. Now, as we dive into Season 22, fans are hoping for answers—and they’re coming, though it may not be what shippers want to hear.
Showrunner Steven D. Binder revealed in an interview with TV Insider that six months after the finale, Jimmy and Knight are both single, but here’s the kicker: Jimmy is dating other people! The pair has settled into their “new normal” of being apart, with Jimmy’s romantic life making a surprising appearance at a less-than-ideal time.
But the drama doesn’t stop there. Knight’s new role as a hostage negotiator will put her in serious danger in the Season 22 premiere, leading to a much-needed conversation between her and Jimmy. Binder teased that this will be the “Part 2” talk fans were waiting for, with another high-stakes conversation happening in Episode 4—this time during a mission to prevent World War III.
Despite Jimmy’s dating life, he and Knight clearly aren’t over each other. Their breakup still looms large, and Jimmy’s daughter Victoria complicates things even further. She’s been sending her dad daily texts like “breakup, Day 54” in hopes that her father and Knight will reunite.
With so much focus on their relationship arc, fans can expect some big moments this season—perhaps even a reconciliation down the road. Shippers, keep those fingers crossed!
