NCIS: Origins a prequel series to NCIS has premiered and will highlight the earlier years of the character Leroy Jethro Gibbs in the early 1990s, showing how the NCIS organization began through those eyes. This article will explore everything from the plot details, production hurdles and ways in which the show may still succeed moving forward.
Production Resumes After Wildfires
Filming was halted temporarily due to wildfires in Los Angeles County. A range of shows were affected, however some production schedules have now been allowed to move forward after safety precautions. The productions were moved back to a closed set to allow those to continue filming on sound stages with specific safety parameters. Shows affected but also returned for production are "NCIS" , "NCIS: Origins", "The Neighborhood" and "Poppa’s House".
Safety Protocols
Safety precautions were taken very seriously with studios setting standards and monitoring from health and safety teams as production was scheduled to be resumed. Those that may not be able to get to work because of the fire were granted access to continue to be paid their typical wages. With all factors considered there were major concerns as sets and people could not perform due to environmental circumstances.
NCIS: Origins Plot and Character
The show is a prequel set to the 1990's and it showcases how Gibbs began his journey to his role in NCIS. His work with the Naval Investigative Service will highlight different aspects to the well-known leader in previous seasons of NCIS. His journey will take him through cases and mentors. This aspect gives fans something familiar yet unexplored for this familiar character.
Gibbs' Mentors and Early Career
The story takes us through early encounters he will have with other NCIS players showing his unique relationship with key players like Mike Franks. Showing this relationship helps illustrate what built his future persona.
Returning to NCIS
With hiatuses now coming to an end viewers will have a double showing for their favorite show. Both shows "NCIS" and "NCIS: Origins" will be back to bring excitement and adventure to those viewing. The return is very anticipated after being put on hiatus for holidays and for safety of production while being in Los Angeles.
Premiere of New Episodes
New episodes are set to air on Monday, January 27 2025 with new episodes on at 9/8c and “NCIS: Origins” directly after at 10/9c on CBS. Also NCIS: Sydney is coming with Season 2 premiering on Friday January 31st also creating a huge draw of attention to the NCIS series.
Challenges and Fan Concerns
The show has come up against many concerns with dropping ratings and questions of it’s true core focus. One aspect is that show had previously taken an emphasis from procedural format and switched that with complex character arcs that had created interesting plot points but was seen as a possible area for rating decline.
Addressing Low Viewership
"NCIS: Origins" needs to have more familiar faces as the prequel offers space for many old characters to reappear on screen which is exciting for the original shows fan base. Mike Franks, Jackson Gibbs, a younger version of Tobias Fornell and other reoccurring actors that add to the show as known and liked characters of past episodes should appear to attract old viewers.
Recommendations for Success
Various suggestions and ideas could make this unique series have longevity with viewership and recognition while honoring the base NCIS series at large.
Character Focus
Though exploring other characters may help expand, "NCIS: Origins" was sold on being the early story of Gibbs’ journey and focusing back to his storyline might make this series what all originally tuned in to see. By putting focus back on him, both the original fans can be engaged while also providing the necessary information to build this origin story. Also Mark Harmon as old Gibbs' involvement with narration gives a unique view to the show with great detail.
Episode Format and Tone
The return to compelling weekly cases may improve the show's overall look and allow it to gain ground within the television scene. Using the style from the typical procedural cases may help also while adding a balance in what parts of the character that they intend to highlight for each week. In addition staying true to tone or going away from the darker parts could allow more viewers to connect as the show creates something for the larger demographics that would enjoy it for long run.
Key Takeaways
- "NCIS: Origins" is a new show that delves into the backstory of Leroy Jethro Gibbs before NCIS as it's traditionally known.
- Production was put on hold temporarily because of wildfires that spread throughout Los Angeles before production was resumed on set.
- New episodes of "NCIS: Origins" is set to premiere on Jan 27th along with a new episode of the main series.
- Viewership can continue to have concerns from recent shifts from focus of cases to that of only character arcs in the storytelling process.
- The show could see improve success with focusing on a character format for weekly viewing in addition to keeping a consistent tone and direction throughout.