With NCIS: Origins officially premiering this fall, fans are already buzzing: could this prequel actually outdo the original?
Starring Austin Stowell as young Gibbs and narrated by Mark Harmon himself, the show rewinds to 1991, diving into Gibbs’ early career at Camp Pendleton. But this isn’t just about cool throwbacks. It’s a rare chance to explore the making of a legend—from first field missions to emotional scars that shaped the Gibbs we know.
Even more exciting? The casting of Mariel Molino as Special Agent Lala Dominguez and Kyle Schmid as Mike Franks promises serious chemistry and tension. Plus, the aesthetic of NCIS: Origins—gritty, cinematic, raw—feels like a bold departure from the clean-cut vibe of the flagship show.
The stakes aren’t just about solving crimes. It’s about watching Gibbs become Gibbs. And that’s the kind of origin story fans have been waiting 20 years for.
