Season 23 Episode 15 of NCIS brought a cinematic flavor to the procedural format, borrowing elements from The Da Vinci Code while sprinkling in playful nods to Indiana Jones. The storyline followed a victim who left clues connected to dinosaur fossils and a complicated family legacy rooted in World War II history.
The episode also provided welcome character moments for Knight, revealing more about her interests and background. These smaller details helped strengthen her presence within the ensemble and hinted at the potential for a future character-focused storyline.
Despite its intriguing premise, the mystery itself followed a predictable route. As with many traditional NCIS cases, the suspect turned out to be someone close to the victim. While the episode carried an important message about returning stolen cultural property, its familiar structure made it feel less memorable compared with other recent installments this season.