NCIS: Origins - Hollywood Ending: The Transformation of the NIS Team
The latest episode of "NCIS: Origins," titled "Hollywood Ending," sheds light on the transformation of the original NIS team into the beloved NCIS we know today. The team faces a crisis as Camp Pendleton's department is at risk of closure due to the arrival of the new department head, Tom Morrow. Despite their high success rate in solving cases, the team is faced with the possibility of being split up for maximum effectiveness. Vera Strickland takes the lead in finding a solution, with the support of Cliff Wheeler and other team members.
In a bid to save their office, the team proposes a plan to Morrow, showcasing their commitment to self-policing and rebranding from "Naval Investigative Service" to "Naval Criminal Investigative Service." Morrow is impressed by their dedication and approves the idea to keep the division operational. The team celebrates their victory with new jackets and caps featuring the official NCIS logo, a symbol that continues to be worn by agents and investigators on the show.
As Gibbs dons his new jacket, the background music hints at the iconic "NCIS" theme song, foreshadowing his future path. Despite finding happiness with Lala Dominguez, Gibbs acknowledges that their relationship may not last forever. The episode concludes on a bittersweet note, highlighting the team's hard-earned success and the promising future ahead for the newly-formed NCIS team.