Well, we knew that Gibbs would go one day.
After the false starts, this is it, with a set of beautifully-choreographed and intelligently-written scenes, culminating in a nod to the "Pa Gibbs" character portrayed by the late, great Ralph Waite.
The scenes with Tim McGee and LJ Gibbs are spot-on, as the baton is passed.
"How can I be sure you're OK?"
"I already am".
Side story about a murderous CEO, a copper mine on ancient lands in Alaska and the legacy of a loyal daughter are almost a side-show (heck, they are!) but the story hangs together. Alden Parker's character begins to flesh out (this is definitely a lynch-pin pivotal episode for the future of NCIS) as Gary Cole steps up into the role.
The old ensemble nature of early NCIS episodes (which distinguished it from its parent show "JAG") is back - and working well. Onwards to episode five.
After the false starts, this is it, with a set of beautifully-choreographed and intelligently-written scenes, culminating in a nod to the "Pa Gibbs" character portrayed by the late, great Ralph Waite.
The scenes with Tim McGee and LJ Gibbs are spot-on, as the baton is passed.
"How can I be sure you're OK?"
"I already am".
Side story about a murderous CEO, a copper mine on ancient lands in Alaska and the legacy of a loyal daughter are almost a side-show (heck, they are!) but the story hangs together. Alden Parker's character begins to flesh out (this is definitely a lynch-pin pivotal episode for the future of NCIS) as Gary Cole steps up into the role.
The old ensemble nature of early NCIS episodes (which distinguished it from its parent show "JAG") is back - and working well. Onwards to episode five.