Mark Harmon Returns in NCIS: Origins Premiere

Mark Harmon has returned to the NCIS franchise, not only as the narrator but also making an unexpected on-screen appearance in the new prequel series NCIS: Origins, which follows a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs, played by Austin Stowell. Initially intended to have a minimal role, Harmon now shares insights into Gibbs' character while reminiscing about his past in Alaska, where he has been living since his retirement in NCIS Season 19. The show, co-created by Harmon’s son Sean, features young iterations of familiar characters and aims to explore Gibbs' early career at NCIS during the early 1990s. Fans have celebrated Harmon's return, which ties the prequel back to the flagship show, although his on-screen presence is limited to brief segments. The premiere episodes set the stage for Gibbs' character development, with hints at more significant moments to come in the series. Overall, NCIS: Origins aims to blend humor and action while maintaining the essence of the beloved franchise.