NCIS showrunner Steve D. Binder has provided insights into what fans can anticipate in the upcoming Season 22, including the fate of Jessica Knight and details about the Tony/Ziva spin-off.
Regarding Jessica Knight’s storyline, Binder hinted at a deliberate ambiguity, stating, “We’ve set something up there, and I will point you toward our track record where ‘You never know.’” He emphasized the show’s history of surprising character developments, noting that decisions about character departures often unfold unexpectedly, akin to Gibbs’s sudden exits in the past.
Binder explained their approach, emphasizing the desire to satisfy the audience while keeping them engaged with the narrative’s evolution. He reflected on the decision-making process, aiming for maturity and honesty in storytelling, rather than lingering on artificial cliffhangers about character departures.
Katrina Law, who portrays Jessica Knight, teased the season opener, suggesting viewers tune in for revelations about her character’s journey.
When queried about the upcoming Tony/Ziva spin-off and its integration into NCIS, Binder expressed enthusiasm, hinting at ongoing creative discussions and multiple iterations of the concept. He expressed a personal interest in exploring connections between the spin-off and NCIS, aligning with Michael Weatherly’s potential openness to such crossovers.
The synopsis for NCIS: TONY & ZIVA promises an intense storyline involving Tony and Ziva navigating threats to Tony’s security company across Europe. The spin-off is set to explore their complex relationship, blending action with themes of love, danger, and emotional depth.
Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo, who portray Tony and Ziva, respectively, expressed gratitude to fans for their enduring support of the ‘TIVA’ dynamic and teased a roller-coaster narrative filled with emotion and intrigue.
Overall, NCIS fans can expect Season 22 to deliver unexpected twists for Jessica Knight and potentially exciting ties to the Tony/Ziva spin-off, ensuring a mix of anticipation and satisfaction in the upcoming episodes.
