“Fleeting” gives NCIS fans an emotional look at how the team handles the loss of Director Leon Vance while continuing their mission together.
The episode balances heartfelt tributes with small character moments, including Nick and Jessica’s lighter exchanges and Jimmy stepping further into his responsibilities. It also quietly acknowledges the team’s long history of saying goodbye to major characters.
As the agency moves forward, the question of who will take Vance’s place remains one of the biggest storylines ahead.