What’s the Exclusive Plan for Writing Ducky Out of NCIS Season 21, and Will It Leave You Speechless?

With the conclusion of the writers’ strike and the opportunity for SAG-AFTRA to re-enter negotiations with the studios, fans have already begun speculating about what NCIS Season 21 might hold. While the season is not set to air until 2024, there’s nothing stopping fans from crafting their own theories about the upcoming season.

This season is expected to bring significant changes. Unfortunately, the passing of David McCallum, who portrayed Ducky, in September at the age of 90, is a major loss for NCIS fans and McCallum enthusiasts. He was the only remaining original cast member.

The 20th season ended on a dramatic cliffhanger, with Nick Torres in a perilous situation after threatening to assassinate a man, potentially jeopardizing his career. Fans are eager to see how Torres will extricate himself from this predicament and what might transpire for the other team members.

A key element of the upcoming season will be addressing Ducky’s death. Ideally, the show should handle this loss through natural causes, allowing the team to focus on mourning Ducky rather than incorporating a case related to his tragedy.

With the loss of Ducky, the show is likely to explore how this affects the team. Each character will have to navigate their unique path of grief. It will be a less painful process for newcomers Parker and Knight, who were not as familiar with Ducky. However, Torres, Jimmy, and McGee will undoubtedly be the most profoundly affected by the loss.

The unresolved situation surrounding Torres, who threatened someone’s life at the end of Season 20, is a significant storyline to be resolved. Fans speculate that Torres will ultimately choose not to carry out the act but embark on a mission to uncover the individual’s actions against his family, with the assistance of his sister and Bishop.

The relationship between Palmer and Knight is also expected to be further explored. Living together might be a possibility, or they might decide that strengthening their family unit is the best course of action. While a proposal might be unlikely, fans are eager to witness the progression of their relationship.

In the wake of Ducky’s death, it is anticipated that numerous figures from the past may return to mourn. A video call with Mark Harmon as Gibbs or appearances from Tony and Ziva would be a heartfelt gesture appreciated by fans.

McGee’s writing career may also see development as he could use his experiences, including Ducky’s death, as inspiration for a new novel.

Lastly, fans are anticipating another crossover with NCIS: Hawaii, which could involve Torres’ current plotline or Knight traveling to Hawaii to provide closure for Ernie’s love interest.