NCIS: Origins Season 1 – Latest Updates and Insights on the CBS Prequel Series

The sixth installment of the renowned NCIS series, titled NCIS: Origins, is set to debut on CBS on October 14, 2024, at 9 pm EST. This police procedural drama features a talented cast, including Austin Stowell, Mariel Molino, and Kyle Schmid, among others.

This new series is centered around the iconic character Leroy Jethro Gibbs, a role famously portrayed by Mark Harmon throughout his years in the NCIS franchise, comprising a remarkable total of 435 episodes from 2003 to 2024.

Executive producers for NCIS: Origins include notable figures such as Mark Harmon, Sean Harmon, Niels Arden Oplev, Gina Lucita Monreal, and David J. North. Additionally, Mark Harmon will enhance the storytelling by serving as the narrator, helping audiences connect with Gibbs’s character and backstory.

What is NCIS: Origins about?

NCIS: Origins acts as a prequel to the original NCIS series, providing an in-depth look at the life of Special Agent Gibbs. For long-time fans, the series is a chance to revisit Gibbs’s early life, beginning in 1991, which predates the events that unfold in NCIS, presenting a richly varied timeline.

The official synopsis shared by Rotten Tomatoes states:

“NCIS: Origins”centers on a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs in 1991, years ahead of the “NCIS”storyline. In this new series, Gibbs embarks on his journey as a fresh special agent at the nascent NCIS Camp Pendleton office, where he navigates his place within a scrappy yet determined team led by NCIS veteran Mike Franks.

Main Cast of NCIS: Origins

1) Austin Stowell as Leroy Jethro Gibbs

Austin Stowell Portrait (Photo by Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)

At 39, actor Austin Stowell takes on the role of Leroy Jethro Gibbs in NCIS: Origins. Stowell’s previous works include appearances in films and shows such as The Hating Game (2021), Love and Honor (2013), and NCIS: Los Angeles (2009-2023).

2) Kyle Schmid as Special Agent Mike Franks

Kyle Schmid Portrait (Photo by Frazer Harrison/WireImage)

Canadian actor Kyle Schmid, aged 40, will portray Special Agent Mike Franks, a character previously brought to life by Muse Watson in the NCIS series. Schmid has appeared in various productions including Blood Ties (2007), SIX (2017-2018), and Fear Island (2009).

Other Notable Cast Members:

Tyla Abercrombie as Mary Jo Sullivan
Diana Rodriguez and Vera Strickland
Kyle Schmid as Mike Franks
Mariel Molino as Lala Dominguez
Mike Harmon as older Leroy Jethro Gibbs (also serving as narrator)
Patrick Fischler as Cliff Walker
Betzaida Landín as Melanie Hewitt

When to Watch NCIS: Origins?

Mark your calendars! NCIS: Origins will premiere on CBS on October 14, 2024, at 9 pm EST. The premiere episode will feature a two-hour special, showcasing both the first and second episodes back-to-back. The episodes, titled Enter Sandman, will introduce audiences to a young Gibbs establishing his career as a special agent.

According to the episode synopsis:

“Gibbs embarks on his journey as a rookie special agent at the early NCIS Camp Pendleton office, where he finds his footing within a diverse, determined team.”

For those interested in streaming options, NCIS: Origins will also be available on Paramount+. A subscription can be obtained for $7.99 per month or $59.99 annually. Additionally, viewers can opt for a combined subscription that includes SHOWTIME for $12.99 monthly or $119.99 yearly, offering access to a variety of shows and movies without advertisements.

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