The BEST episodes of NCIS season 20
Every episode of NCIS season 20, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of NCIS season 20!
Explore the inner workings of the government agency that investigates all crimes involving Navy and Marine Corps personnel, regardless of rank or position. Leading this team is NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, a skilled investigator and interrogator who is smart, tough and willing to bend the rules to get the job done.
#1 - Big Rig
Season 20 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/23/2023
When an old pal of Torres’ comes to him – disheveled and bloodied – for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down. Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show.
#2 - Black Sky
Season 20 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/22/2023
Agent Torres finds himself in prison as the team tries to stop an impending terror attack on U.S. soil.
#3 - Kompromat
Season 20 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/15/2023
When a suspicious murder occurs in the classified section of the National Archive, NCIS must investigate a string of Russian spy encounters that may be linked to the crime. Also, Jimmy accidentally makes a confession that could change the course of his relationship with Knight.
#4 - Second Opinion
Season 20 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/8/2023
NCIS works to solve the murder of a senator’s daughter who has a rebellious reputation and large online following. Also, Jimmy gets competitive with an old college rival.
#5 - In the Spotlight
Season 20 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/1/2023
Agent Knight goes viral for saving a mother and child from a potentially fatal car accident.
#6 - Head Games
Season 20 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/10/2023
The NCIS team digs deep to investigate a Navy lieutenant who’s accused of trying to murder her husband but has no memory of the attack. Also, Kasie navigates a potential medical scare.
#7 - Stranger in a Strange Land
Season 20 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/20/2023
NCIS works to solve the murder of a Marine private who appears to have been killed for helping an Afghan refugee. Also, Jimmy navigates the pressure of parenting his teenage daughter, who is eager to go out on an unchaperoned group date.
#8 - Butterfly Effect
Season 20 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/13/2023
The NCIS team jumps into motion to investigate who is responsible for a potential bio terror attack at a strip mall parking garage. Also, Knight’s father deals with a health scare while in Japan.
#9 - Unusual Suspects
Season 20 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/27/2023
NCIS investigates the death of a ride-share driver who was found after a car accident. Also, Parker’s dad, who is temporarily living with him, assists the team in their investigation.
#10 - Old Wounds
Season 20 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/13/2023
Parker grapples with his emotions when a conman from his past turns up as a prime suspect in the murder of a navy officer transporting millions of dollars’ worth of opioids.
#11 - Evil Eye
Season 20 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/6/2023
In preparation for a role, a world-renowned actress shadows the NCIS team as they investigate a decapitation case.
#12 - A Family Matter (1)
Season 20 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/19/2022
Special Agent Alden Parker still on the run with his ex-wife Vivian, the team investigates who from his past might have a personal vendetta against him in hopes of clearing Parker's name. Enlisting the help of NCIS: Hawai'i's Special Agent Jane Tennant and computer specialist Ernie Malick, who are in town meeting with director Leon Vance in preparation for a global military exercise, the group tracks down their prime suspect, The Raven.
#13 - Too Many Cooks (1)
Season 20 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/9/2023
NCIS agents from Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and Hawai’i, all in D.C. to attend the retirement party of a beloved Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) professor, find themselves jointly investigating his shocking suicide. The crossover continues on NCIS Hawai'i S02E10 and NCIS Los Angeles S14E10.
#14 - Bridges
Season 20 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/16/2023
Parker discovers he’s a victim of identity theft while investigating the unusual murder of a Navy ensign. Also, Knight and Jimmy face hurdles in their relationship as their connection heightens.
#15 - Higher Education
Season 20 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/5/2022
NCIS investigates the death of a college student who was killed while running across the street and had connections to McGee’s wife, Delilah.
#16 - Turkey Trot
Season 20 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/21/2022
After an unknown shooter causes chaos at an annual Thanksgiving 5K, time is of the essence for the NCIS team to find the culprit. Also, Kasie joins Knight for Thanksgiving lunch at Knight’s sister’s house.
#17 - Love Lost
Season 20 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2022
NCIS must investigate the Secretary of the Navy when her husband claims she tried to murder him.
#18 - The Good Fighter
Season 20 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/24/2022
When an NCIS agent turns up dead and Kasie goes unaccounted for, the team must work quickly to find the killer.
#19 - Guardian
Season 20 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/17/2022
Agent Parker steps up to protect Director Vance after a terrifying home invasion. Also, the team detects advancements in Jessica and Jimmy’s blossoming romance.
#20 - Leave No Trace
Season 20 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/10/2022
Agent Knight's past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, a National Parks Service agent, teams up with NCIS to investigate a campsite murder.
#21 - Unearth
Season 20 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/3/2022
When a dead body is found at an ancient burial site that is thought to be cursed, the team tries to determine the motive and the symbolism behind the crime. Also, as Torres continues therapy with Dr. Grace, he discovers that their lives are in danger.
#22 - Daddy Issues
Season 20 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/26/2022
McGee’s personal life and professional life intersect when a dad from his children’s school is linked to a break-in at a government storage bunker.