Franks and Tish Reuniting in NCIS: Origins Could Continue a 2-Decade Painful NCIS Trend

The reunion of Franks and Tish in NCIS: Origins may mark another chapter in a long-running, emotionally charged trend within the NCIS universe — the heartbreaking departures of key characters. Franks, portrayed by the late John McGinty, was a beloved fixture on the show, and Tish’s return to the spotlight brings forth an emotional reminder of the unresolved pain and trauma the characters have endured over the years. Their reunion has the potential to reignite the emotional intensity that has been a staple of NCIS for nearly two decades, as it highlights the unresolved conflicts between personal relationships and the harsh realities of a world defined by loss.

For NCIS fans, the reunion could be a double-edged sword: while it offers an opportunity to explore character depth, it also risks continuing the painful cycle of inevitable goodbyes that have left a mark on the show’s legacy. As NCIS has often leaned into the theme of character departures, the emotional weight of this reunion could follow suit, continuing the long tradition of testing the resilience of its beloved characters — and the audience’s hearts.