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NCIS: Origins – Season 2, Episode 3 The Edge

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When Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard, a liaison from D.C. headquarters and an old acquaintance of Gibbs', arrives to evaluate whether Pendleton needs an in-house medical examiner, not everyone trusts that's the real reason behind his visit.
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NCIS: Origins — Season 2, Episode 3

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Lissete Lanuza Sáenz Fangirlish Nov 5
NCIS: Origins Season 2, Episode 3 ‘The Edge‘ is a heartwarming tribute to David McCallum and the character of Donald “Ducky” Mallard, and the kind of episode that feels like every second of it was crafted with care and affection. Go to Full Review
Jasmine Blu TV Fanatic Oct 29
4.6/5
Episode 3 knocks this out of the park on all accounts with this beautiful hour, with just enough of a nostalgic touch while also providing the type of exciting easter eggs that shape not just Ducky and Gibbs, but all the rest of the characters, too. Go to Full Review
Brittany Frederick TVBrittanyF.com Oct 29
A
One thinks that David McCallum would have been proud of this episode—not only in its portrayal of Ducky, but in how it’s a touching story about facing loss or fear or even death, and turning it into something positive. Go to Full Review
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Episode Info

Synopsis When Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard, a liaison from D.C. headquarters and an old acquaintance of Gibbs', arrives to evaluate whether Pendleton needs an in-house medical examiner, not everyone trusts that's the real reason behind his visit.
Director
Patrick Cady
Executive Producer
Mark Harmon, Sean Harmon, Gina Lucita Monreal, David J. North, Niels Arden Oplev
Screenwriter
Margarita Matthews, Gina Lucita Monreal
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-14 (L)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Action, Adventure, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 28, 2025