NCIS: Sydney Season 2: Sean Sagar and Tuuli Narkle Open Up

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Warning: SPOILERS for the NCIS: Sydney episode “Hell Weak” are ahead!

For a dose of humor in NCIS: Sydney when it hits your screens in 2025, look no further than DeShawn Jackson, portrayed by Sean Sagar, and Evie Cooper, played by Tuuli Narkle. Despite their professional commitment, these characters often exchange witty remarks and manage to find humor amidst the heavy drama they face. However, tonight’s episode, “Hell Weak,” pushed them into a potentially perilous situation that could be among the most challenging in the series so far. After enduring intense emotional turmoil, Sagar and Narkle spoke with TopMob about how they hope these events will shape their characters moving forward.

Sean Sagar Wants To Revisit DeShawn’s Past With The Navy SEALs

The series ‘Hell Weak,’ available on Paramount+, delved into the investigation surrounding the death of ex-Navy SEAL Peter Levinson at a wellness retreat operated by his former comrade Finn McCay. Initially, it was believed that Levinson had taken his own life, but further inquiries revealed that he was actually murdered. Moreover, Levinson’s death was linked to another SEAL candidate who died four years prior at Coronado Beach, California during Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training (BUD/S).

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Through this situation, we discovered that DeShawn had undergone BUD/S training in the past, but he gave up on the final day of Hell Week without disclosing the exact reason. Sean Sagar hints that this aspect of his background might be further explored later on.

It’s quite clear to me that Evie won’t overlook this issue, given its significance to the storyline and characters. Although there may be some temporary oversight, I believe Evie is the type of person who doesn’t forget easily, especially when it comes to something as personal and sensitive as DeSean’s situation. At this point in the series, the immediate task at hand takes priority, but I expect this thread will unravel and be addressed eventually.

Evie attempted to prompt DeShawn to share his experiences during Navy SEAL training, but this was a topic he seemed reluctant to discuss. It turned out that he served two tours in Afghanistan as a Marine, and it was also hinted that he struggled with readjusting after returning from military service. Sean Sagar eagerly embraces any chance to develop not only his character, but also the primary cast members further. He added:

I’m eager to delve into aspects of the story that resonate with the viewers. In any movie or TV show, as we follow a character’s journey, we either see ourselves reflected or become intrigued by their experiences. With this new project, it feels like they’re giving us a chance to better understand our own characters. I’m thrilled about what Morgan [O’Neill] and DeShawn will create together, as I believe it’s going to strike a chord with many of us. So I can’t wait to see what they present to me.

Not only did “Hell Weak” become a pivotal episode for DeShawn Jackson in NCIS: Sydney, but it also set off a series of events that saw DeShawn and Evie pursued relentlessly by Axeman and Scalpel, colleagues of Levinson and McCay. These two were responsible for Levinson’s death when they found out he was speaking with a journalist about the death of Navy SEAL candidate Victor Austin. It was revealed that Axeman and Scalpel had been providing steroids to recruits, including Austin.

Tuuli Narkle Shared Her Thoughts On Evie Shooting Someone For The First Time

In their desperate escape from the murderers, with only two 45-caliber pistols loaded with seven rounds apiece to defend themselves, Evie confided in DeShawn that while she’s a skilled marksman, she had never before fired at a person. That changed when DeShawn engaged in a violent altercation with Axeman. Instead of aiming for a fatal shot, Evie shot her partner’s attacker directly in the head. When I inquired about how this event might impact Evie in the future, particularly if it would be a burden on her conscience, Narkle replied:

Absolutely, I’ve been having some insightful conversations with our exceptional NCIS team and the AFP regarding the psychological impact of certain situations. It’s a significant shift, especially when it becomes part of your professional duties for the first time. Given the weight of these experiences, I can’t help but anticipate that similar scenarios might recur in my line of work.

Due to the fact that NCIS: Sydney’s second season only has 10 episodes, contrasting the other NCIS series which have more, there isn’t much time dedicated to developing characters like DeShawn and Evie. Still, I’m hopeful that some crucial moments from their past and present will be explored further in future seasons. It would be ideal if the initial aspects of these characters are revisited before the end of Season 2, but if not, I’m content to wait until the third season of NCIS: Sydney premieres.

For the remainder of NCIS: Sydney Season 2, anticipate unraveling Bluebird’s past mysteries after her disclosure last week about not knowing her birthday, and discovering who is the mastermind behind the Colonel Rankin events. Don’t forget to tune in Fridays at 8 pm ET on CBS or catch up later on Paramount+.

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2025-03-15 04:08