As a die-hard NCIS fan who’s followed the franchise through thick and thin for well over a decade, I can confidently say that the upcoming prequel series, NCIS: Origins, has me on the edge of my seat! Having grown up with Leroy Jethro Gibbs as a staple in my weekly TV routine, I’m excited to delve deeper into his backstory and uncover more secrets about this complex character.
Following the NCIS franchise surpassing 1,000 episodes, it continues to thrive with two additional spin-offs in development. One of these upcoming shows is the Gibbs prequel series, NCIS: Origins, focusing on the complex past of Leroy Jethro Gibbs, portrayed by Austin Stowell. This implies delving into narratives that have previously been presented on the original series, but fortunately, the prequel is said to steer clear from violating canon, which I’m delighted about.
Earlier news mentioned that Robert Taylor, known for his role in ‘Longmire’, has been chosen to play Gibbs’ father, Jackson, in the spin-off series ‘NCIS: Origins‘. This choice was met with some surprise as it was established on ‘NCIS‘ that Gibbs didn’t speak for a while following Shannon’s funeral. As the prequel will be set shortly after Gibbs loses his wife and daughter, this period of silence would still be quite recent. However, co-showrunner David North of ‘Origins‘ assured TVLine that they are mindful of this continuity issue and aim to remain faithful to it.
We’ve managed to crack it. We’re mindful of the established framework and are diligently operating within it. However, let me emphasize this: Jackon’s character will significantly impact Gibbs.
Creating any spinoff – whether it’s a prequel, sequel, revival, reboot or anything else – always presents a challenge: maintaining the consistency and adherence to the original storyline. Sometimes, existing storylines or characters are altered as seen in shows like ‘Young Sheldon’ or ‘The Winchesters’. However, there was at least some justification for these changes. In the case of ‘NCIS: Origins’, it seems they will remain dedicated to ensuring that events portrayed on ‘NCIS’ align with those on ‘Origins’.
It’s intriguing to consider the dynamic between Jackson and his son, given their limited conversations. Despite the lack of frequent contact, Jackson’s influence on Gibbs is significant and continues to shape his life. This means viewers can expect a glimpse into various aspects of their relationship, and we can only speculate about its future development.
As a gaming enthusiast diving into the world of NCIS: Origins, I’m thrilled about the mix of fresh faces and familiar characters, although they might not be the same actors we’ve known before. It’s not just Gibbs’ past we’ll unravel, but also the origins of some cherished characters, which I can’t wait to explore more about. This prequel is a first for the franchise, so there’s an exciting blend of innovation and precision in store. As long as they manage to keep the original storyline intact, I’m good!
Fans won’t have to wait much longer to uncover the bond between Leroy and Jackson as NCIS: Origins debuts on Monday, October 14 at 9 p.m. ET on CBS. Given that the narrative must adhere to the established lore of NCIS, modern fans are particular about sticking to canon. Fortunately, it seems like NCIS: Origins will meet expectations.
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2024-08-25 02:07