With the NCIS Season 23 finale approaching, Episode 16, “S.O.S.,” offers what feels like a brief pause before the drama intensifies. But the case itself is anything but simple.
When a Navy lieutenant missing for a year suddenly reappears, the team must determine whether her survival story is credible. As they dig deeper, new evidence suggests the original crash may have involved more than bad luck.
Jessica Knight and Nick Torres take the investigation outdoors, where their sibling-style partnership once again provides both humor and strong teamwork. Meanwhile, McGee, Parker, and Palmer continue piecing together the larger mystery from headquarters.
Behind the scenes, Rocky Carroll directs the episode, adding another milestone to his long history with the series. While “S.O.S.” may not yet reveal the season’s biggest secrets, it clearly prepares the ground for what’s coming next. ⚡