The hunt is on when NCIS: Origins Season 1 Episode 4 makes its way to the broadcast spectrum. At least we finally have something to focus on other than Gibbs.

Not that the character hasn’t led an exciting series. However, it seems like everyone has Gibbs on the brain lately. The man needs time and space to strategize, but we’ll get to that.

NCIS: Origins is finally getting grounded with some intense cases. If there is one thing that brings a team together under one goal, it’s finding a missing child.

Nothing gets adults moving faster than the thought of a small, innocent child snatched away from their parents. Maybe the team can finally function as a unit instead of one voice after another talking over each other.

Many viewers have commented that the team on NCIS: Origins lacks the same group effort that the sister series all have. I heard you, and I agree a little.

Here’s the thing about a prequel series like NCIS: Origins: it’s supposed to be where everything started. To sell that premise, things must be slightly more dysfunctional than in the future.

Think about it. If the station ran like a normal one does with rules and protocols, Gibbs would never have been hired. The show has made great strides to remind audiences that Gibbs failed his psych test.

So, NCIS: Origins doesn’t have the same chemistry as other shows in the franchise yet. Have a little faith because something will bond these people into a family.

And if they need some help with this case, call Morgan from High Potential. She just about turned over Heaven and Earth looking for two little girls in High Potential Season 1 Episode 4.

However, given Gibbs’ recent losses, I have a feeling he is about to go “Papa Bear” on this whole case. Heaven help the rest of the team.

Gibbs Is A Beaten, Battered, and Bruised Man Getting Ready To Do A Bad Thing

As we can clearly see from the portrayal of the younger Gibbs, the man is not well. Who could blame him? He lost the two most important people in his life. He lost his family.

Considering where the season is likely headed, it’s no wonder the writers are doing everything they can to show how shattered the character is. He’s a good man about to do a bad thing.

We finally got a definite timeline of where Gibbs is in his life from NCIS: Origins Season 1 Episode 3. We know this series takes place before Gibbs finds the man who killed his family.

Will working a case involving a missing little girl send Gibbs over the edge? We already know he has no problems breaking the rules for justice, as he did when he trapped Prado in the elevator in the previous episode.

I’ve seen a number of viewers comment that Gibbs was poorly cast. If you’re like me, you probably thought there was too great a height difference between the two actors.

Austin Stowell looks a lot taller than Mark Harmon. I hate to break it to you, but there is only an inch difference between their heights.

If the issue is with their faces, I can’t help you there. People look different as they age. I’ve shown people pictures of myself from ten years ago, and they don’t recognize me. Perspective, people.

An Overused Trope On NCIS: Origins Adds Much-Needed Levity To The Series

In the very last frame of the promo, Mary Jo can be seen getting startled. If you’ve read my previous reviews, you already know I love that character.

She doesn’t get much screen time, so while I’m happy that whatever is happening is giving us more Mary Jo, the writers better not harm a hair on that woman’s head.

If you read the NCIS: Origins Premiere Review, you know I clocked Mary Jo’s character as a cliche and a trope. She’s the sassy older black woman who handles all the admin jobs.

It is such an unbelievably overused trope that is still happening on shows like Matlock. However, I hate to say it, but the trope works. It adds fun where it’s needed.

Again, though, nothing better happen to the character. You never know who will live or die in a prequel series. Especially with characters who are introduced for the first time.

What Makes A Man Like Gibbs Throw Out His Beliefs And Take Justice Into His Own Hands?

The official synopses for NCIS: Origins Season 1 Episode 4 reads: “Still grieving the loss of his wife and daughter, Gibbs helps the team work a case involving a missing girl. The moment that irrevocably changed Gibbs’ life is revealed.”

There’s a good chance we’ll see what pushes Gibbs over the edge in the next episode. What could it be that makes a man like Gibbs take justice into his own hands?

We know Gibbs believes in doing things by the book. He trusts the law and believes real justice can be achieved. So, what makes him throw his beliefs out the window?

One thing we need to watch is how Agent Dominguez fits into this whole plot. At the end of the first episode, it is abundantly clear that Lala is somehow caught up in Gibbs’ story.

We’ll have to wait and see what NCIS: Origins has in store. However, I want to give Kyle Schmid another shoutout. He is doing a fantastic job playing the younger Franks.

Apparently, a lot of you agree. I’ve seen so many comments about how well the series did with casting. I am right there with you. Schmid has fully embraced and embodies the character.

Between Gibbs, Franks, Lala, Randy, Mary Jo, and even the perpetually thirsty Strickland, NCIS: Origins has a well-rounded cast of characters with enough stories between them to fill up season after season.

Wherever the road leads, you can count on me to absorb every second of this fantastic series with you. For now, check out the promo for CBS‘s NCIS: Origins Season 1 Episode 4 below!

What do you think happens that changes Gibbs’ life?

Do you think Franks and Strickland are still looking into the man who murdered Gibbs’ family?

Please drop a comment below to let me know, and join me again when I bring you more spoilers for NCIS: Origins!

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