The upcoming NCIS spin-off, “NCIS: Origins,” offers a glimpse into the early days of former protagonist Leroy Jethro Gibbs. The teaser trailer reflects on Gibbs’ departure from the original series, teasing viewers with the tagline: “We know how his story ended. Now see how it all began.”
Set at Camp Pendleton, the series features younger versions of familiar NCIS characters. Austin Stowell takes on the role of a youthful Gibbs, while Mariel Molino and Kyle Schmid portray Lala Dominguez and Mike Franks, respectively. Diany Rodriguez steps into the shoes of young Vera Strickland, originally played by Roma Maffia. Tyla Abercrumbie joins as Field Operation Support Officer Mary Jo, described as integral to the Camp Pendleton office.
Longmire star Robert Taylor joins the cast as Jackson Gibbs, providing insight into the upbringing of Jethro Gibbs. Mark Harmon returns as the narrator, offering continuity with the original series.
Meanwhile, “NCIS: Hawai’i” faces an untimely end after three seasons. Lead actress Vanessa Lachey expressed surprise and disappointment at the cancellation, highlighting the importance of representation in the series.
“NCIS: Origins” is slated for release this autumn, promising to delve into the origins of one of NCIS’s most iconic characters.
