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Harmon Returns: Gibbs Shines in NCIS: Origins S3
8 Sep
Summary
- Mark Harmon returns as Jethro Gibbs in NCIS: Origins Season 3.
- Austin Stowell continues to portray the younger Gibbs.
- The new season will consist of 10 episodes premiering October 6.
Mark Harmon is set to reprise his iconic role as Leroy Jethro Gibbs in "NCIS: Origins" Season 3, which will premiere on October 6. The prequel series will feature 10 episodes, with Austin Stowell continuing to portray the younger Gibbs. Harmon, who stepped away from the mothership series five years ago, expressed excitement about returning, likening the current energy on set to the early days of the original "NCIS."
The return of the original Gibbs is a significant move for "NCIS: Origins," which aims to expand the "NCIS" universe. Harmon's involvement, alongside Stowell's performance, is intended to signal the show's serious intent. Executive Producer David J. North proposed Harmon's full-time return for Season 3 with a storyline involving a mystery from Gibbs' past at Camp Pendleton in the 1990s.
Harmon emphasized that Stowell leads the show, wanting to ensure the younger actor felt supported. The collaboration between Harmon and Stowell, who also executive produce the show, is a key element for Season 3. The cast and crew are embracing a "Grip it and rip it" mantra for the upcoming 10-episode season, focusing on delivering the best possible episodes.
