NCIS Season 23 Episode 'Her': A Clever Callback and Character Development
In the latest episode of "NCIS" Season 23, titled "Her," the writers cleverly reference a memorable scene from Season 2 and give it a humorous twist. The original scene involved Abby and Tim frantically typing on a keyboard to stop a hack, only to have Gibbs unplug the computer. In "Her," Ukrainian cyberterrorist Patricia and her colleague Jonathan mock a similar scenario from a novel they are reading, highlighting the absurdity of the original scene.
The episode also reintroduces former series regular Ellie Bishop, who is now a deep cover operative. It is revealed that Ellie is reading a novel written by Tim under a pen name, which serves as a way for her to stay connected to her old friends. This revelation adds a new layer to Tim's character, showing that he draws inspiration from his work at NCIS for his writing.
As the characters face a dangerous situation in the episode, they humorously recreate the keyboard-smashing scene to reset a computer and hide evidence. This callback to Abby and Tim's original attempt at protecting their colleagues showcases the lasting impact of their actions. "Her" pays tribute to the show's history while adding new layers to the characters and their relationships.