NCIS: Origins’ Boss Finally Addresses the Controversial Gibbs’ Dad Plot Hole – Fans Are Shocked by the Response!

The upcoming NCIS Origins prequel has sparked fan discussions over a potential plot hole involving Agent Gibbs’ estranged father. Set in 1991, the CBS spin-off will delve into Gibbs’ (played by Austin Stowell) early career at NCIS Camp Pendleton under the mentorship of Mike Franks (Kyle Schmid).

The series will introduce younger versions of familiar characters, including Mike Franks and Agent Vera Strickland (Diany Rodriguez). Significantly, it will also feature Gibbs’ father, Jackson Gibbs, portrayed by Robert Taylor, taking over the role from the late Ralph Waite, who played Jackson in NCIS.

The concern arises because, in the original series, Gibbs had not spoken to his father since the funeral of his wife Shannon and daughter Kelly, only reconnecting in Season 6. This raises questions about how Jackson’s inclusion in the prequel will align with the established timeline.

Co-showrunner David North has addressed these concerns, assuring fans that the writers have thoroughly reviewed the canon to resolve any inconsistencies. North emphasized that Jackson’s presence will be crucial to the storyline, potentially involving flashbacks or indirect interactions to preserve continuity.

Fans won’t have to wait long to see how NCIS Origins navigates Jackson’s involvement in Gibbs’ life from afar.