Bishop's Dark Return: NCIS Elite Hunt Cyberterrorist

Emily Wickersham's character, Ellie Bishop, will make her return to NCIS on Tuesday, March 3, after a five-season absence. Wickersham teased that Bishop has undergone significant changes, now carrying "baggage" from experiences that differ from her previous work with NCIS. The official synopsis reveals Bishop is a wanted cyberterrorist under investigation by NCIS Elite, a team that includes agent Jessica Knight.

Bishop's reappearance also resurrects unresolved romantic tension with former colleague Nick Torres, whom she kissed before her exit. Wickersham expressed excitement about reprising their dynamic, noting the chemistry between their characters. While Bishop operates in a "gray area" due to her current activities, her relationship with Torres remains a focal point. Bishop also observes Torres's platonic partnership with Knight, acknowledging their effectiveness while perhaps harboring subtle jealousy.

Knight is expected to be wary of Bishop, given their limited past interactions and Bishop's current fugitive status. The circumstances surrounding Bishop's alleged involvement in a cyberterrorist plan are complex, indicating a departure from her previous role within NCIS. Wickersham suggested Bishop's new work places her in a "dark area," raising questions about trust and Knight's perception of her.