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NCIS: Origins S2E1 — The Funky Bunch

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NCIS: Origins•Season 2•Episode 1

The Funky Bunch

8.2/10 · 404 votesOct 14, 202544 min

Ranked #13 of 18 in Season 2•−0.2 vs season avg

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.

Directed byNiels Arden Oplev

Written byGina Lucita Monreal

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Austin Stowell

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Leroy Jethro Gibbs

Kyle Schmid

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Mike Franks

Mariel Molino

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Mary Jo Hayes

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Vera Strickland

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Episode Summary

"The Funky Bunch" is episode 1 of NCIS: Origins season 2. It scored 8.2/10 from 404 votes, ranking #13 of 18 episodes this season (season average 8.4). Directed by Niels Arden Oplev and written by Gina Lucita Monreal, it aired on October 14, 2025.

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