Summary
A recent interview has revealed the chance of oneNCIScharacter appearing in theupcomingNCIS: Tony & Ziva. The spinoff will follow Tony DiNozzo and Ziva David, played by Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo respectively, and their lives as a couple on the run with their young daughter, Tali. The spinoff is set to reveal more about one of the most beloved couples in NCIS history. Alongsidethe ongoing preparation ofNCIS: Tony & Ziva,NCISseason 22is also currently in production, highlighting that the future of the franchise is secure and that otherNCISstories are being carefully considered.
While most of theNCISspinoff’s plot has been kept confidential so far, further main characters for the show have been revealed in a recentNCIScasting update. Production onthe new Tony & Ziva spinoff is currently underwayand there have been rumors that several past and presentNCISteammates may also appear on the show. One current cast member has even revealed their interest in reappearing alongside their costars, Weatherly and de Pablo.
Why NCIS Star Cote de Pablo Almost Didn’t Play Ziva
A pivotal moment has been revealed on the Off Duty: An NCIS Rewatch podcast by Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo: she almost didn’t play Ziva David.
Brian Dietzen Shares His Opinion On Appearing In The Series
Brian Dietzen Is Open To Appear As Jimmy Palmer
Brian Dietzen, who plays theNCISMedical Examiner Dr. Jimmy Palmer, recently announced his support for appearing in a cameo onNCIS: Tony & Ziva. While the show won’t follow the typicalNCISpolice procedural format,Dietzen shared his interest in the spinoffwithHello Magazineat the 63rd Monte-Carlo Television Festival last weekend. As he explained in his interview:
It sounds very atypical for NCIS as far as the storytelling because it won’t be a case-of-the week type of show. That said, if they say: ‘Hey we need Jimmy Palmer on a plasma screen’ at any point, I’d say hell yes, that’d be fun, I’d do that in a heartbeat.
Dietzen is not the firstNCIScast member to be interested in appearing on the show. A few months ago, Sean Murray who playsTimothy McGee, announced that he is also open to appearing in acameo in the Tony & Ziva spinoff. While both Dietzen and Murray are set to feature inNCISseason 22,NCIShas been known to use crossover episodes to unite characters from differentNCISspinoffs. And given Dietzen’s response to the spinoff and hispromising update for season 22, it seems like Palmer will remain part of theNCISuniverse for a long time.
Jimmy Palmer’s Role In The Tony & Ziva Spinoff
Palmer Could Appear As A Medical Examiner Or As A Friend
Given his medical expertise and history of working withNCIS,Palmer could appear inNCIS: Tony & Zivain an official forensic role. The spinoff will take place in Europe, but having Palmer travel to Tony and Ziva or even using video or phone calls is a likely possibility if a cameo were to take place. By having Palmer appear in an official role, the spinoff would also be further connected to the current cast and season ofNCIS, making the show less isolated from the rest of the franchise.
Another possibility is that Palmer could appear on the show as a friend to both Tony and Ziva. The three cast members had believable chemistry when they worked together in previous seasons ofNCIS. While brief, a Jimmy Palmer cameo could reiterate the friendship between the former colleagues. It would also help add some familiarity to the show, asNCIS: Tony & Zivais already planning on introducing someexcitingNCISfirsts, like diverting from the typicalNCISepisode format.
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NCIS is a television series that follows a team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. Premiering in 2003, the show explores various cases involving Navy and Marine Corps personnel, ranging from murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen submarines.
