Will Mark Harmon Be Back in the NCIS: Origins Prequel?
Mark Harmon’s portrayal of Leroy Jethro Gibbs has served as a core to NCIS, with a run lasting for 19 seasons and ending with his last appearance in NCIS: season 19, episode 4 “Great Wide Open”. This marked the character’s official goodbye, however, a surprising news announcement has shocked viewers with Mark Harmon’s return in a prequel series titled “NCIS: Origins.” This new Ncis: Origins prequel will feature the same character, Jethro Gibbs, but fans will discover the younger version of the Naval Investigative Service agent played by Austin Stowell.
While fans can expect Mark Harmon to be the show’s narrator, giving insight into those characters who helped make him the agent that fans know. It also provides an opportunity to explore those characters in Ncis through his perspective - including how the “early years of Gibbs” have been shown to have influenced his journey.
Who Will Play Gibbs in NCIS: Origins?
With a Ncis: Origins series about to make its premiere. Many fans may wonder just who is going to play the character of Gibbs - particularly as his older self has already been established with Mark Harmon, a long-running veteran of the NCIS series.
However, as part of the show's development and its NCIS Origins prequel concept, it is Austin Stowell (an actor whose work has also appeared across TV Shows) who is going to play “young Gibbs”. A departure for the character who was established in the NCIS show but is expected to continue the Series with a fascinating, insightful storyline.
How will NCIS: Origins Work as a Prequel Series?
NCIS, as a Series that continues to hold a place in popular culture as a long-running Crime Drama has always focused on its main character, Gibbs, as a central part of those NCIS shows.
This NCIS: Origins prequel will make an effort to expand upon that character, those early events - set during the “early 1990s ” (often serving as a pivotal moment in the character’s history). With Mark Harmon taking on the role as narrator (a new role, as his time with NCIS and Gibbs as an agent in those past seasons ended). Fans can expect this to provide more details of the show’s production.
How will NCIS: Origins Introduce Gibbs' Background?
The series will explore Gibbs' "formative years" - often serving as a key piece of the story with "NCIS: Origins debut" in addition to a set of stories and characters - most of which focuses on the “early years of Gibbs” (which will bring back memories for those who watched NCIS as a whole, and especially, fans who enjoyed those "early 1990s " storylines that brought to life a fascinating portrayal of a young Naval Investigative Service agent) It has even been revealed that Gibbs in NCIS: Origins will explore “cases that shaped Gibbs”.
In NCIS: Origins fans will learn just how this series is going to establish a new tone that could influence how they appreciate the entire NCIS franchise with its unique procedural drama and Crime Drama elements, that gave it a huge amount of popularity amongst those who love television and the storylines.
How Important is Mike Franks To The NCIS Story?
Those following NCIS have noted a key relationship for Gibbs, as his “mentors" had a tremendous impact - specifically Mike Franks (the role that was played by Muse Watson) a fellow Naval Investigative Service agent who was also a powerful mentor.
In a prequel, those watching can expect that Mike Franks may play a large part in establishing who Gibbs is as a character. These storylines will give a deeper appreciation of just how the character grew from his early years of Gibbs to the later version fans came to know in the show, making the NCIS series so well-loved. There has already been a lot of discussion of what those events, such as NCIS: Origins premiere episode, will show those fans of NCIS: Origins .
When Can I See The First Episodes?
NCIS: Origins will launch on CBS at some point in late November - early December - so viewers are eager to discover those key events.
Although the date isn’t set in stone and those who follow the news surrounding NCIS: Origins may look to other news outlets like Deadline or TV Line for more updates - those following this news are eager to learn how the series will debut with those stories that explore “early years of Gibbs”, those that focus on how he became such an influential character in the NCIS franchise.
Why Should I Watch The NCIS: Origins Series?
The NCIS show has gained a dedicated fan base as it features stories around the "Naval Investigative Service", one that serves to explore crime drama, mysteries, as well as the agents whose goal it is to protect the military. This was all seen through the original NCIS , however, NCIS: Origins offers those watching a unique, never-before-seen, chance to explore “young Gibbs”
Viewers who are eager to see young Gibbs can enjoy this opportunity, which also helps showcase a story of an older Gibbs in an interview as the narrator. He takes viewers through those years when he served as a Naval Investigative Service agent who had a significant role - especially as a Naval Investigative Service agent assigned to Camp Pendleton, an incredibly difficult assignment that required skill, cunning and a special ability to stay strong during times of great challenge. The character often becomes involved in high-intensity events, showing how the “cases that shaped Gibbs” all influence a story arc that will be incredibly compelling. The story, even as an "early 1990s piece will showcase a darker side of Gibbs' personality - one that might serve to help establish what makes the character so effective.
