Overview

• The Season 1 finale of NCIS: Origins ends with Lala Dominguez suffering a severe car crash, leaving her fate uncertain and viewers speculating about her survival.
• The final episode explores Lala's pivotal role in clearing Gibbs of murder charges, resolving her absence from NCIS canon while deepening her emotional connection with him.
• Showrunners David J. North and Gina Lucita Monreal emphasized their commitment to high-stakes storytelling, describing the finale as a 'big swing' designed to evoke strong audience reactions.
• Season 2, officially confirmed by CBS in February 2025, will address the aftermath of Lala’s accident and its impact on Gibbs’ emotional journey and professional life.
• The prequel series, set in 1991, continues to expand NCIS lore by exploring Gibbs' early career, personal losses, and relationships, including his first meeting with future wife Diane Sterling.