In NCIS Season 22, a dramatic breakup between Jessica Knight and Jimmy Palmer marks one of the series’ most contentious character exits yet. Despite a shorter season with only 13 episodes, significant developments unfolded for the Major Case Response Team. While many story arcs from Season 21 were resolved, some will carry over into the upcoming fall season.
Six years after Pauley Perrette’s departure due to her feud with Mark Harmon, Abby’s return to NCIS is now more likely than ever, paving the way for a potential comeback.
Jessica Knight’s departure in Season 22 is proving to be even more frustrating than Bishop’s exit in Season 18 due to the circumstances surrounding it.
Palmer’s farewells on NCIS have often been less than ideal. His separation from Breena and lack of a personal goodbye with Leroy Jethro Gibbs before Gibbs left for Alaska were particularly noted. Similarly, Ducky Mallard’s quiet passing in his sleep followed the show’s pattern of understated goodbyes.
