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CBS seemed to pull a vanishing act with a potentialNCISblockbuster spinoff. The concept was centered on a character who shared some intense on-screen history with Mark Harmon’s iconic Leroy Jethro Gibbs. It sounded like a no-brainer hit, yet the network stayed silent.
No teasers, no hints – just a glaring omission that had fans wondering if CBS dropped the ball or if something bigger was at play.
Why CBS shouldn’t ignore Jenny Shepard’s untoldNCISlegacy
CBS had fans raising eyebrows by sidestepping what could’ve been thenext bigNCISspinoff. WithNCIS: Originsdigging into Gibbs’ early days, the franchise missed a golden opportunity tospotlight another powerhouse character– Lauren Holly’s Jennifer Shepard.
Jenny wasn’t just the director ofNCIS(seasons 3–5); she was a critical figure in Gibbs’ past, withlayers of intriguebegging for a deeper dive.
Jenny and Gibbs’ Paris mission in 1999, packed with covert ops and undeniable chemistry, was a pivotal storyline. Their romance, woven intoNCIS, added emotional stakes, butthe show only scratched the surface.
A dedicated prequel could explore their shared mission involving Russian arms dealer Anatoly Zhukov, his fiancée Svetlana, and the case’s lasting consequences.
Fans still haven’t forgotten Jenny’s shocking death in season 5, but revisiting herbackstory could redeem that narrativemisstep.
The success ofNCIS: Originsshowed the franchise thrives when diving into untold chapters of fan-favorite characters. Exploring Jenny’s covert career would not only complement the Gibbs prequel but also bring new depth to a much-loved character.
The 1999 timeline fits snugly within theOriginsuniverse, creating a potential opportunity for a seamless crossover.
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For a franchise that’s built on character-driven spinoffs, Jenny’s story feels like an obvious win. Her time as NCIS director and herconnection to Gibbs offer rich, unexplored territory.
Whether it’s revisiting Paris or highlighting her rise in the agency, this spinoff could be the next big thing. It’s high time CBS turned the spotlight back on Jenny Shepard, and the fans who still want her story told.
Gibbs’ rules shine inNCIS: Originsas Stowell channels Mark Harmon
Leroy Jethro Gibbs’ legendary rules were front and center inNCIS: Origins, and Austin Stowell, playing a young Gibbs, shared how they shaped his portrayal.Mark Harmon’s voiceoverrevealed,
My wife believed we all should have a code to live by, a set of rules. And I believed in her. So for years, I wrote my own rules down on napkins, scraps of paper. I followed all of them to the letter.
Stowell admitted Rule 3,“Don’t believe what you’re told, double check,”resonated more with Gibbs than himself, thanks to “trusty voices,” including Harmon. As a mentor, Harmon told him,“Sleep is overrated.”
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Rule 4, about secrets, echoed through the storyline after Episode 7, while Rule 23 about Marines’ coffee hit closer to Stowell’s own life.
NCISis available to watch on Hulu & Apple TV.
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