NCIS (season 14)

NCIS (season 14)
Season 14 U.S. DVD cover
Starring
Country of origin United States
No. of episodes 24
Release
Original network CBS
Original release September 20, 2016 (2016-09-20) – May 16, 2017 (2017-05-16)
Season chronology

The fourteenth season of the American police procedural drama NCIS premiered on September 20, 2016, in the same time slot as in the previous seasons, Tuesdays at 8 pm. The season concluded on May 16, 2017.

NCIS revolves around a fictional team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, which conducts criminal investigations involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The series was renewed for fourteenth and fifteenth seasons by CBS on Monday, February 29, 2016.

Production

The series was renewed for fourteenth and fifteenth seasons by CBS on Monday, February 29, 2016. Production on this season started in late July. On January 5, 2016, CBS announced Michael Weatherly's departure from the series after thirteen seasons, which occurred in the Season 13 finale, "Family First". After Weatherly's exit, two new actors joined the cast as agents: Wilmer Valderrama, on June 16, 2016; and Jennifer Esposito, on July 11. In addition, July 11 also saw Duane Henry, who had appeared in the last two episodes of Season 13 as MI6 Officer Clayton Reeves, promoted to series regular. Sarah Clarke, who had appeared in the last 2 episodes of Season 13 as FBI Special Agent Tess Monroe, with a series regular option for Season 14, was not retained.

Upon completing production of the season, it was announced Jennifer Esposito would not return for Season 15.[1]

During production of this season, the showrunner Gary Glasberg died in his sleep on September 28, 2016.[2] Thereafter, George Schenck and Frank Cardea, were both appointed as the new showrunners.[3] Schenck and Cardea have been writers of NCIS since the beginning of the series.

Cast

Main

Recurring

Guest appearances

Episodes

No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateProd.
code		U.S. viewers
(millions)
3071"Rogue"Tony WharmbyGary Glasberg & Jennifer CorbettSeptember 20, 2016 (2016-09-20)140115.99[5]
After a car explodes, killing a Navy officer, the team discovers that the intended target was his wife – the sister to a deep cover NCIS agent investigating a corrupt oil magnate. Meanwhile, Special Agent Quinn shadows the team to figure out the type of agent Gibbs is looking for.
3082"Being Bad"James Whitmore, Jr.Steven D. BinderSeptember 27, 2016 (2016-09-27)140215.52[6]
While investigating a death that took place at a reunion at Quantico, the team uncover a bomb plot which soon leads them to a long-running theft ring while Torres and Quinn adjust to life as members of Gibbs' team which also includes new sitting arrangements.
3093"Privileged Information"Edward OrnelasGeorge Schenck & Frank CardeaOctober 4, 2016 (2016-10-04)140314.44[7]
As the team investigate a Marine Sergeant who fell from a building, Doctor Grace Confalone confides in Gibbs that he should treat it as a murder investigation while Torres searches for a place to live.
3104"Love Boat"Terrence O'HaraChristopher J. WaildOctober 11, 2016 (2016-10-11)140414.77[8]
When the body of a Navy Lieutenant is discovered on board a destroyer during a tiger cruise where civilians guests are given the option of spending the night on the ship, Gibbs, Quinn and Palmer head to sea to investigate the circumstances behind the death while McGee thinks about the perfect proposal for Delilah.
3115"Philly"Allan ArkushScott WilliamsOctober 18, 2016 (2016-10-18)140514.76[9]
When a missing MI6 Officer is linked to a murdered petty officer, Gibbs sends Quinn and Bishop to Philadelphia to work with MI6 Officer Clayton Reeves (Duane Henry). Also, Quinn painfully recounts the NCIS case that made her leave field work. Tony Gonzalez, former NFL player and studio analyst for "The NFL Today", guest stars as NCIS Special Agent Tony Francis.
3126"Shell Game"Thomas J. WrightBrendan FehilyOctober 25, 2016 (2016-10-25)140614.08[10]
After a kidnapped petty officer escapes her captor, NCIS uncovers a connection to her missing husband. Also, Abby knits the NCIS newbies personalized gifts. Tony Gonzalez, former NFL player and studio analyst for "The NFL Today", guest stars as NCIS Special Agent Tony Francis.
3137"Home of the Brave"Alrick RileyGina Lucita MonrealNovember 15, 2016 (2016-11-15)140714.73[11]
Torres boldly breaks protocol when he learns a witness in an NCIS case is wanted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Also, Abby, Bishop and McGee woo landlord Tony DiNozzo Sr. (Robert Wagner) in the hope of subletting Tony’s apartment.
3148"Enemy Combatant"Tony WharmbyJennifer CorbettNovember 22, 2016 (2016-11-22)140914.86[12]
Bishop questions her previous work at the NSA when she's sent to Gitmo to collect evidence for a Navy chaplain murder case. In the meantime, her brothers visit for Thanksgiving and want to know from her co-workers who she's dating.
3159"Pay to Play"Arvin BrownCindi HemingwayDecember 6, 2016 (2016-12-06)140814.64[13]
The NCIS team investigates a series of escalating threats against Congresswoman Jenna Flemming (Mary Stuart Masterson), while Director Vance oversees temporary protection detail.
31610"The Tie That Binds"Arvin BrownSteven D. BinderDecember 13, 2016 (2016-12-13)141114.74[14]
After NCIS links evidence from the murder of a Navy captain to Ducky's deceased mother, the chief medical examiner reflects on a key decision he made 37 years ago. Meanwhile, the team exchanges holiday gifts and Gibbs spends Christmas dinner with Fornell.
31711"Willoughby"Tony WharmbyGina Lucita MonrealJanuary 3, 2017 (2017-01-03)141215.79[15]
NCIS searches for new leads after an undercover operation to apprehend a businessman who uses acts of terror to manipulate the stock market is compromised. Also, Bishop and Qasim find a break in the case together.
31812"Off the Grid"Rocky CarrollGeorge Schenck & Frank CardeaJanuary 17, 2017 (2017-01-17)141315.49[16]
When Gibbs doesn't appear at work, the team discovers he is resuming an undercover operation to catch someone on the NCIS Most Wanted list.
31913"Keep Going"Terrence O'HaraTeleplay by: Scott Williams
Story by: Matthew R. Jarrett & Scott J. Jarrett		January 24, 2017 (2017-01-24)141016.21[17]
During an NCIS hit-and-run investigation, Palmer joins a stranger on the outside ledge of a building in an attempt to save his life.
32014"Nonstop"Mark HorowitzBrendan FehilyFebruary 7, 2017 (2017-02-07)141415.57[18]
The murder of a Petty Officer in a small town outside D.C. prompts NCIS to once again work with "The Sherlocks", a privately funded investigative team that includes their newest member, Anthony DiNozzo, Sr.
32115"Pandora's Box (Part I)"Alrick RileyChristopher J. WaildFebruary 14, 2017 (2017-02-14)141615.29[19]

After Abby's homeland security think tank is compromised and she is found in possession of a real bomb, the NCIS team discovers the leader of the group has been murdered and a theoretical terror playbook has been stolen.

This episode began a crossover with NCIS: New Orleans concluding with "Pandora's Box (Part II)".
32216"A Many Splendored Thing"Michael ZinbergDavid J. North & Steven D. BinderFebruary 21, 2017 (2017-02-21)141514.87[20]
Bishop is more determined than ever to seek revenge for the murder of Qasim, her late boyfriend, after Gibbs and the team find a new lead in the Chen case. Also, Torres teaches the agents the art of pickpocketing.
32317"What Lies Above"Leslie LibmanScott WilliamsMarch 7, 2017 (2017-03-07)141714.17[21]
McGee discovers his apartment has been torn apart by a robber trying to locate an item of great value hidden somewhere by the convicted criminal who previously owned the unit. Also, Congresswoman Flemming (Mary Stuart Masterson) tries to persuade Director Vance to pursue a career in politics.
32418"M.I.A."Thomas J. WrightJennifer CorbettMarch 14, 2017 (2017-03-14)141814.16[22]
To carry out a sailor's dying wish, Gibbs and the NCIS team reinvestigate a murder case that was originally ruled an accidental death. Also, the case reminds Torres of a tragic time from his past.
32519"The Wall"Bethany RooneyGina Lucita MonrealMarch 28, 2017 (2017-03-28)141914.35[23]
When a Marine is murdered at an event for the Honor Flight Network, a non-profit that arranges for veterans to visit the World War II, Korea and Vietnam War Memorials for free, the NCIS team must rely on an irritable Vietnam War veteran, Henry Rogers (Bruce McGill), to provide details on the victim's whereabouts throughout the day. Also, McGee and Bishop investigate a juicy rumor about Quinn and Torres.
32620"A Bowl of Cherries"Edward OrnelasBrendan FehilyApril 4, 2017 (2017-04-04)142013.83[24]
After a vice admiral's laptop is infected with ransomware, he (Bruce Boxleitner) enlists McGee and the NCIS team to track down the hacker before the computer virus eliminates his personal and professional files. Also, Alex takes time off to assist her mother, Marie Quinn (Mercedes Ruehl), after she receives a "911" text.
32721"One Book, Two Covers"Terrence O'HaraDavid J. NorthApril 18, 2017 (2017-04-18)142113.32[25]
The team relies on Torres's case notes and knowledge of a biker gang with which he once spent a year undercover when an officer's murder is linked to former members.
32822"Beastmaster"Bethany RooneyChristopher J. WaildMay 2, 2017 (2017-05-02)142212.88[26]
The murder of a Marine in Rock Creek Park leads the team to work with Park Police officer May Dawson (Elisabeth Röhm) on the case - and soon discover a link to the sale of African bushmeat. Meanwhile, the team has to go through pepper spray certification.
32923"Something Blue"James Whitmore, Jr.Jennifer Corbett & Scott WilliamsMay 9, 2017 (2017-05-09)142313.39[27]
The stress of McGee and Delilah’s (Margo Harshman) imminent wedding takes its toll, as Delilah is rushed to the hospital. Also, the NCIS team travels out to sea after a young and healthy Petty Officer aboard a Navy destroyer dies in his sleep.
33024"Rendezvous"Tony WharmbyGeorge Schenck & Frank Cardea & Steven D. BinderMay 16, 2017 (2017-05-16)142413.33[28]
When body parts of a dead Navy SEAL are found in Paraguay, Gibbs, McGee, and Torres travel there to find his colleague and figure out why they broke orders to go there. The episode ends with Gibbs and McGee left in Paraguay to face a group of rebels.

References

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  3. ↑ "NCIS names new showrunners, George Schenck & Frank Cardea".
  4. ↑ "Rogue". The Futon Critic. Futon Media. Retrieved September 21, 2016.
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