Leroy Jethro Gibbs, the stoic NCIS agent, takes his first tentative steps into the shadowy world of undercover work in “Incognito,” the sixth episode of NCIS: Origins. Paired with the ever-reliable (and slightly less grumpy) Lala, Gibbs finds himself investigating the death of a Navy seaman with possible ties to leaked classified information—a situation that rapidly escalates into a full-blown national security threat.
“Incognito” isn’t just about Gibbs playing dress-up, though. The episode also delves into Lala’s struggles, both professional and personal. While her partnership with Gibbs develops, she grapples with her place on the team and faces an unexpected personal curveball. One might say she’s juggling chainsaws while riding a unicycle.
For longtime fans of the NCIS franchise, “Incognito” offers a glimpse into Gibbs’ formative years, revealing more about the experiences that shaped him into the character we know today. But even casual viewers can appreciate the episode’s taut suspense and high-stakes action. It’s a solid procedural with a touch of character development sprinkled in, like a dusting of powdered sugar on a reasonably tasty donut.
NCIS: Origins Season 1, Episode 6, “Incognito” airs Monday, November 11, 2024, at 10:00 PM ET/PT on CBS. You can also catch it live and on-demand on Paramount+.
NCIS: Origins is a Belisarius Productions production for CBS. Executive producers include Donald P. Bellisario, Chas. Floyd Johnson, and Mark Harmon.
