NCIS: Origins continues to expand its prequel storytelling by officially bringing back Dwayne Pride — this time portrayed by Shea Buckner. The move marks the franchise’s latest effort to revisit fan-favorite characters through a younger lens, while preserving their established legacy.
Buckner’s version of Pride enters the story as part of a high-profile case involving the legendary “Fed Five” task force, a group known for solving one of the original NCIS’s most infamous investigations. Alongside Gibbs and Michael Franks, Pride’s return helps reconnect key figures from the franchise’s shared past.
The episode is expected to focus heavily on Pride’s early career, his leadership potential, and the strained relationship he shares with Gibbs. Casting for other members of the Fed Five is still underway, signaling more familiar faces to come.
With its blend of nostalgia and new storytelling, NCIS: Origins continues to build anticipation — proving the franchise still has plenty of history left to uncover.
