Ten fun facts about NCIS

1. The Series That Keeps on Crime-Filling

NCIS is an action-packed drama series that follows a team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) as they investigate criminal cases involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Led by Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, the team uses their expertise and cutting-edge technology to solve complex cases and bring justice to those responsible. From murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen submarines, these special agents traverse the globe to investigate all crimes with Navy or Marine Corps ties.

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2. The Origins of a Popular TV Show

The popular CBS show NCIS was first introduced to viewers in two episodes of the series JAG. In the eighth season of JAG, viewers were introduced to the characters and concept of NCIS in the episodes "Ice Queen" and "Meltdown". These episodes provided the foundation for the long-running and successful show that NCIS has become, with over 350 episodes and counting.

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3. A Spin-off from the Popular Show JAG

NCIS, a spin-off from the popular show JAG, premiered on CBS on September 23, 2003. The show has since become one of the most popular and longest-running crime dramas on television, with over 400 episodes aired and counting. It follows a team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service as they investigate crimes involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. NCIS has been nominated for numerous awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series in 2013.

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4. The Series That Started It All

In 2003, the hit show NCIS premiered, originally referred to as Navy NCIS. However, after the first season, the "Navy" was dropped from the title as it was deemed redundant. Seven years later, NCIS was joined by a spin-off series, NCIS: Los Angeles, starring Chris O'Donnell and LL Cool J. This series has been a huge success, and continues to be a fan favorite.

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5. Retired Marine with distinguished career in military

Leroy Jethro Gibbs is a retired Marine with a distinguished career in the military, having served as a sniper in a Grounds Force Unit. His personal life has been just as eventful, having been married four times and divorced three times. Gibbs is a highly decorated veteran, having received numerous awards and commendations for his service.

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6. Abby, the forensic scientist of NCIS, has a unique background

Abby, the forensic scientist of the NCIS team, is known by her nickname, "Abby". She is a highly skilled scientist, but also has a unique background. Her parents were both deaf, and have since passed away. As a result, Abby is fluent in sign language, and has a special connection to her parents through this language. She also has a stuffed hippo named Bert, who is known for his unique talent of farting. This stuffed hippo is a reminder of the fun and joy that Abby's parents brought into her life.

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7. America's Favorite TV Show

In 2011, NCIS was voted America's favorite television show, and it has only grown in popularity since then. After finishing its tenth season, the series became the most-watched television show in the United States during the 2012-13 TV season. This is a remarkable feat, considering the sheer number of television shows available to viewers today. NCIS has become a cultural phenomenon, and its success is a testament to its quality and appeal.

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8. NCIS filmed in Santa Clarita, California

Although NCIS is set in the Washington DC area, the show is actually filmed in Santa Clarita, California, located about 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles. Santa Clarita is home to many popular television shows and films, including NCIS, which has been filming there since 2003. The city offers a variety of locations for filming, from suburban neighborhoods to rural areas, making it an ideal place to shoot the show.

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9. NCIS Uses Black and White Stills and Clips to Create a Cinematic Feel

The use of black and white stills and clips in the show NCIS is a deliberate choice to give the show a cinematic feel. This technique adds a sense of drama and suspense to the show, creating a more engaging viewing experience for the audience. The use of black and white also helps to emphasize the show's themes of justice and morality, as the stark contrast between the two colors can be seen as a representation of the battle between good and evil.

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10. The Presidio Connection

The opening credits of the hit show NCIS feature a clip from the 1988 movie The Presidio, starring Mark Harmon as a San Francisco police inspector. In the movie, Harmon investigates a murder on the Presidio army base in San Francisco, and the clip in the NCIS opening credits shows an aircraft carrier passing under a bridge. This clip serves as a reminder of Harmon's long-standing career in the entertainment industry, and his role in the movie that inspired the opening credits of NCIS.

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