[summary]In NCIS Season 22, Timothy McGee may be poised for a significant career shift, potentially being promoted to deputy director, which would require him to leave the Major Case Response Team (MCRT). This development comes as the show resumes six months after Jessica Knight’s departure. Despite McGee’s long tenure and experience, it’s uncertain if he will accept the promotion, as he previously declined a leadership role to prioritize family time. Additionally, NCIS has a history of teasing character exits without follow-through, making it doubtful that McGee will leave the series at this juncture.[/summary]
Timothy McGee’s Potential New Role in NCIS Season 22
Timothy McGee might soon find himself in a new position in the upcoming 22nd season of NCIS, bringing significant changes to the series. While much of the speculation for the new season revolves around Jessica Knight’s decision to accept her dream job at Camp Pendleton, McGee’s potential promotion introduces intriguing possibilities for the rest of Alden Parker’s team at the Navy Yard. Since the show’s inception, McGee, portrayed by Sean Murray, has been a steadfast field agent, but his career trajectory may be about to shift dramatically.
In an exclusive preview by Entertainment Weekly, it was revealed that NCIS Season 22 will resume six months after Knight’s departure from the Major Case Response Team (MCRT). Parker now manages a significantly reduced team, with members pursuing various other interests. Nick Torres has returned to undercover work, and unexpectedly, McGee is eyeing a promotion to deputy director. The reasons behind his pursuit of this new role remain unclear, but it soon becomes apparent that the team must reunite when Parker encounters a challenging case.
What McGee’s Possible New Role Means for NCIS Season 22
McGee’s Promotion Could Mean Leaving MCRT
The possibility of McGee receiving a promotion raises questions about his future on the team. Previously, when Mark Harmon exited the series in Season 19, McGee was offered the chance to succeed Leroy Jethro Gibbs as the leader of MCRT. Despite being a natural fit for the position due to his tenure and mentorship under Gibbs, he declined the offer, citing the desire to avoid additional paperwork. Unlike Gibbs, McGee values time with his family, making the prospect of further responsibilities less appealing. Nonetheless, advancing in his career would necessitate his departure from MCRT unless Parker vacates his position, allowing McGee to step in. Even if he assumes the role of Director Vance’s deputy, his workload would likely diminish under the agency’s structure.
Why McGee May Not Get the Promotion
NCIS Cannot Afford a Cast Departure Right Now
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Despite the speculation, it’s unlikely that Murray’s McGee will leave NCIS. The series has a history of teasing character exits, only to have them return, as seen with Knight’s anticipated return to MCRT following the Season 21 finale. The direction CBS will take with this storyline remains uncertain. While the exploration of McGee’s often-overlooked career progression is captivating, it seems improbable that now is the appropriate time for such a significant change.
Source: EW
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