Longtime NCIS star Rocky Carroll returns to the franchise in Season 23, Episode 16, “S.O.S.” — this time behind the camera. While fans know him best as Director Leon Vance, Carroll continues to leave his mark as a director on one of the season’s most intriguing episodes.
The story centers on a Navy lieutenant who mysteriously resurfaces after disappearing in a plane crash a year earlier. As the team investigates her surprising return, they uncover evidence suggesting the crash may not have been accidental after all.
Jessica Knight and Nick Torres take part in a wilderness-based investigation that highlights their strong partnership and signature humor. Meanwhile, the rest of the team works to unravel the truth behind a case filled with twists.
Arriving just ahead of the season’s final arc, “S.O.S.” feels like a quiet turning point before the tension ramps up toward the finale. 🎬