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NCIS: Origins S2E6 — Happy Birthday

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NCIS: Origins•Season 2•Episode 6

Happy Birthday

8.1/10 · 324 votesNov 18, 202543 min

Ranked #14 of 18 in Season 2•−0.3 vs season avg

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

Directed byLionel Coleman

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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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Lala Dominguez

Tyla Abercrumbie

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Mary Jo Hayes

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Vera Strickland

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Bernard 'Randy' Randolf

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Jesse Ellis

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Ryan Lee

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Episode Summary

"Happy Birthday" is episode 6 of NCIS: Origins season 2. It scored 8.1/10 from 324 votes, ranking #14 of 18 episodes this season (season average 8.4). Directed by Lionel Coleman, it aired on November 18, 2025.

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