Great news, NCIS enthusiasts! Brace yourselves for an exciting new chapter featuring one of the franchise’s most beloved characters.
After the heartbreak of Mark Harmon bidding farewell to the CBS drama after 19 seasons in 2021, fans can now rejoice as Leroy Jethro Gibbs is set to make a comeback in a fresh and unique way. CBS has given the green light for a new series in the renowned TV franchise, titled NCIS: Origins, which will serve as a prequel to the original show.
Mark Harmon, along with his son Sean Harmon (who previously portrayed a version of Gibbs), will take on executive producer roles for the series. The show is expected to premiere during the 2024-2025 season, bringing fans an intriguing narrative that dives into Gibbs’ early years.
NCIS writer-producers Gina Lucita Monreal and David J. North are fully committed to the project, serving as producers and showrunners. Additionally, Mark Harmon will lend his iconic voice as the narrator for the new series.
According to CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach, the expansion of the NCIS universe in this unique and unexpected way is met with elation and honor. NCIS: Origins, set in 1991, will showcase Gibbs as a new special agent at the NCIS Camp Pendleton headquarters, navigating the challenges of earning his place on a team led by the esteemed NCIS figure, Mike Franks.
While specific details about NCIS: Origins are yet to be revealed, Sean Harmon expressed his excitement about revitalizing his father’s iconic role in a completely new light. Sean shared, “The character of Gibbs has been an important part of my life for 20 years, both in terms of watching my father craft the role and having previously had the honor to play young Gibbs myself.”
With the promise of unveiling a new aspect of this cherished character, NCIS: Origins is poised to captivate fans with its exploration of Gibbs’ early years. Keep an eye out for this much-anticipated addition to the NCIS universe!