Summary
A new update just killed the easiest and arguably the best way for Pauley Perrette’s Abby Sciuto to return to theNCISfranchise. CBS' TV universe isn’t new to characters leaving. The Major Case Response Team, in particular, has seen its fair share of departures, withNCISseason 21 no longer having any original members. With that, comebacks are also nothing unique. Several people who have once left somehow find their way back for all kinds of reasons. More than two years after Mark Harmon’s exit,there are still conversations about when Leroy Jethro Gibbs will return to Navy Yard.
CBS has already brought back key members of what’s widely known asGibbs' bestNCISteam. Ziva David reunited with Gibbs for a mini-arc in season 17, while Tony DiNozzo came back for Ducky Mallard’s special tribute episode in season 21. One character who has yet to step her foot back in the MCRT bullpen is Abby. NCIS' original forensic scientist and computer genius hasn’t reunited with her old co-workers since leaving the agency in season 15. Briefly, the path ofAbby’sNCISreturn was clear, but now, a new update just killed it.
Tony & Ziva Spinoff’s Casting Update Makes The Much-Awaited NCIS Reunion Almost Impossible
As the production begins for NCIS: Tony & Ziva, the spinoff’s casting update decreases the chances of their much-anticipated MCRT reunion.
NCIS: Tony & Ziva Cast Makes Abby’s Return Unlikely
Tony & Ziva Have An Established Support System In Europe
Both Ziva and Tony returned to MCRT, butAbby could have returned to theNCISfranchise via their spinoff. WhenNCIS: Tony & Zivawas announced, one of the pertinent details about it was that the famed couple would be on the run across Europe. That means that they would be on the defensive end of the storytelling and would be needing help from allies, especially familiar ones. That’s where Abby, who is presumed to still be based in the United Kingdom, could come in. Logistically, she was the perfect candidate to joinNCIS: Tony & Ziva.
Aside from the narrative,NCIS: Tony & Zivawas also Perrette’s simplest path back to the franchise that had the smallest chance of him having to work with Mark Harmon again, which was mandatory considering their past conflict.
With the rest ofNCIS: Tony & Ziva’s castnow announced, however, this scenario has become unlikely. The former MCRT members have an ensemble of experts helping them navigate the ordeal. That includes Maximilian Osinski as Boris, a"Russian ex-pat and a brilliant computer hacker.“He effectively fills the spot that Abby would occupy in Tony & Ziva’s European squad. Aside from the narrative,NCIS: Tony & Zivawas also Perrette’s simplest path back to the franchise that had the smallest chance of him having to work with Mark Harmon again, which was mandatory considering their past conflict.
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Before spearheading the inaugural MCRT team in NCIS, Leroy Jethro Gibbs' squad looked different during his JAG debut. Why was it changed?
How Abby Can Still Be Reunited With Tony & Ziva In Their NCIS Spinoff
Abby Can Still Be Tony & Ziva’s Go-To Person For One Particular Job
Aside from Abby’s computer skills, however, she also has one particular skill set that could be helpful to Tony & Ziva. Perrette’s character was also a revered forensic scientist, which can help the couple in figuring out who exactly they are going after. However, instead of a regular slot in the cast, this will likely only be a special role for her. Considering the nature ofNCIS: Tony & Ziva, she won’t have a lab like she did back in Navy Yard. In any case, having this option for herNCIScomeback is better than not having anything.
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NCIS is a television series that follows a team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. Premiering in 2003, the show explores various cases involving Navy and Marine Corps personnel, ranging from murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen submarines.
