LDT “🎬 Mark Harmon’s Legendary Return as Gibbs Sends NCIS Fans Into Overdrive”

Fans are losing it! After years away from the spotlight, Mark Harmon is officially stepping back into the shoes of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs in a surprise NCIS: Origins crossover premiering this Veterans Day.

The long-running CBS franchise confirmed that Harmon will appear in a special capacity, bridging his original portrayal of Gibbs with the upcoming prequel series, NCIS: Origins. The episode is being described as a “universe reunion,” bringing together beloved cast members from NCIS, NCIS: Hawai‘i, and NCIS: Sydney for one unforgettable event.

Fans on social media erupted moments after the announcement, calling it “the comeback nobody thought would happen.” According to CBS insiders, the crossover will honor both military service and legacy storytelling, weaving in flashbacks and new mysteries tied to Gibbs’s early career.

This Veterans Day event marks the first time since 2021 that Harmon will appear on screen as Gibbs — a character who has defined NCIS for nearly two decades.

💥 “This is about legacy, loyalty, and family,” teased executive producer David North. “We wanted to bring Gibbs back in a way that truly means something to the fans.”

📺 Sources: CBS Press Release, Entertainment Weekly, TVLine (Nov 2025)