Jessica Knight, played by actress Katrina Law in the fan-favorite police procedural NCIS, is one of the show's core cast members. Before NCIS was renewed for season 22, there were speculations about her departure. Since Knight was offered her dream job, there was uncertainty about her future with the current team.
Promotional images confirm Knight's return to NCIS Season 22. Paramount Press added Jessica Knight to the series' core members; this time, her journey might be even more complicated.
Law joined NCIS in season 18, and since then, she has played a significant role in exposing high-profile crimes. Apart from her professional life, Jessica Knight's relationship with Jimmy Plamer is crucial in the story.
The two have been on a rollercoaster of love throughout the series, and their relationship will be further explored in the upcoming season. Read more to learn everything we know about Jessica Knight's future on NCIS.
Why did Jessica Knight leave NCIS?
It has been confirmed that fans and viewers will see Jessica in NCIS Season 22, as she didn't step away from the team. At the end of season 21, Knight considers the potential outcomes of leaving MCRT, and despite the offer being her dream job, Jessica chooses to stay with her current job.
She's a resilient REACT (Regional Enforcement Action Capabilities Training Team) agent for the Major Case Response Team (MCRT). She is responsible for communicating with criminals holding hostages who create dangerous situations for others.
Is Jessica Knight back to NCIS?
Yes, Jessica Knight will return to the screen in NCIS, allowing viewers to explore her personal and professional struggles and character development. While the investigators will continue their quest to take down criminals with the help of the US Navy and Marine Corps, Knight will be seen fulfilling her duties as a member of the MCRT.
What is the relationship between Agent Knight and Palmer?
Jessica Knight is one of the characters in the TV series who constantly faces challenges in her professional and personal life. She has been romantically involved with Jimmy Palmer.
However, Knight and Plamer kept their relationship low-profile, and throughout season 21, although their love is put to the test. Jessica's potential departure from NCIS could have severely affected Jimmy, as their story would have ended abruptly or put the couple in a long-distance relationship.
As seen in NCIS, Jimmy has been through a lot, especially when he lost his wife. He has a history of not getting a chance to say goodbye to his beloved people. Jimmy would have found himself alone if Knight had accepted the offer at the end of season 21. However, fans and viewers can expect more tension between Jimmy and Jessica to continue as their love life becomes complicated with time.
When will NCIS Season 22 come out?
The finale of season 21 left viewers wondering about Jessica and Jimmy's relationship and what the future holds for the other main characters. While CBS hasn't shared the plot details for season 22, actor Wilmer Valderrama talked about season 22 in an interview with People. Known for playing Special Agent Nick Torres in the TV series, the actor said:
"I think it's not going to be your casual like, 'Oh, your favorite team is in trouble'... It's going to be more personal, more soul-shattering. There'll be some [tragedy] this season."
NCIS Season 22 will be released on October 14, 2024, followed by the arrival of the new prequel series NCIS: Origins. The prequel will take viewers back to the early days of their favorite characters.
NCIS is available to stream on Paramount+.
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