The BEST episodes of NCIS: Origins season 2

Every episode of NCIS: Origins season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of NCIS: Origins season 2!

In 1991, years prior to the events of "NCIS," a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs starts his career as a newly minted special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office where he forges his place on a gritty, ragtag team led by NCIS legend Mike Franks.

Last Updated: 12/18/2025Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
The Edge
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8.11
214 votes

#1 - The Edge

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/28/2025

When Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard, a liaison from D.C. headquarters and an old acquaintance of Gibbs’, arrives to evaluate whether Pendleton needs an in-house medical examiner, not everyone trusts that’s the real reason behind his visit.

Directors: Patrick Cady
Watch Now:Amazon
No Man Left Behind
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7.88
196 votes

#2 - No Man Left Behind

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/4/2025

Tensions rise when Franks’ estranged older brother, Mason, blows into town, desperate for help after hitting rock bottom. Also, the team investigates the robbery of a Navy bank while Lala, still struggling after her accident, makes a decision about her future.

Funny How Time Slips Away (1)
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7.84
211 votes

#3 - Funny How Time Slips Away (1)

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/11/2025

When a naval officer mysteriously dies in the ‘90s, Gibbs and the team travel to the small dust-blown town of Serenity, Calif., where they encounter secret-harboring residents, an uncooperative sheriff and an investigation that will reverberate for decades.

The Funky Bunch
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7.80
220 votes

#4 - The Funky Bunch

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/14/2025

Gibbs and Franks investigate the disappearance of a young Marine connected to a mysterious compound with a charismatic leader, and Lala’s fate is revealed.

Watch Now:Amazon
End of the Road
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7.78
160 votes

#5 - End of the Road

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/9/2025

When Lala’s favorite CI is shot, the team joins forces with Oceanside PD to determine who was behind the attack. Also, Franks visits his brother Mason at the compound, and Gibbs’ relationship with Diane is tested when she gets a job in Los Angeles.

Directors: Loren Yaconelli
Watch Now:Amazon
Happy Birthday
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7.68
180 votes

#6 - Happy Birthday

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/18/2025

When an anonymous tip leads to the discovery of a young Marine’s body at a chilling crime scene, Randy believes it could be connected to a previous case where a coin was left in the victim’s throat. Also, Franks tries to track down priceless packages meant for his brother, Mason.

Directors: Lionel Coleman
Who By Fire
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7.65
199 votes

#7 - Who By Fire

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/21/2025

When the body of a college swimmer washes up on the beach, the team must determine if it was an accident or murder. Also, Gibbs prepares for his first interrogation.

Directors: Jessica Lowrey
Watch Now:Apple TV
Crazy Little Thing Called Love
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7.50
175 votes

#8 - Crazy Little Thing Called Love

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/2/2025

The team investigates the murder of a Marine who had recently been handpicked for a classified mission. Also, Wheeler’s personal life is upended, Lala is thrown by unexpected news from Vera, and Gibbs and Diane double-date with Randy and his wife.

Directors: Jann Turner