Gibbs Finds an Unexpected Partner on NCIS
This clip highlights a gentler side of Gibbs, pairing Mark Harmon’s typically guarded presence with the unexpected warmth of his friendship with young neighbor Phineas. The simple game of catch gives NCIS fans a character-focused moment that stands apart from the series’ procedural stakes, while the mention of Harmon’s return in NCIS: Origins Season 3 makes it timely for viewers building their watchlists.
A baseball through Gibbs’ window leads to an unexpected friendship with his young neighbor, Phineas. After buying him a proper glove, Gibbs heads outside for a game of catch and tells the boy he’s a natural in this memorable moment with Mark Harmon on NCIS. Harmon returns to the screen for NCIS: Origins Season 3, premiering October 6, 2026 on CBS and streaming next day on Paramount+.
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