As NCIS: Origins gears up for its highly anticipated Season 2 premiere this October, co-showrunner Gina Lucita Monreal has shed light on the casting of Austin Stowell as a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs. In a recent interview with TVLine, Monreal revealed that Stowell’s portrayal of Gibbs is deeply rooted in the essence of Mark Harmon’s iconic character.This is Tucson+10Cinemablend+10inkl+10

Monreal emphasized that Stowell’s commitment to capturing the nuances of Gibbs was evident from the outset. “He did a lot of research in watching old episodes,” she noted. “Physically, there are things that he does that are so Mark’s Gibbs. Like, he’ll hold his jaw a certain way, or Mark does a thing sometimes after he’ll say a line that he’s really adamant about. He’ll do a little nod, like that. Austin does that as well.” Cinemablend

This attention to detail has not gone unnoticed by fans, many of whom have expressed their enthusiasm for Stowell’s performance. One Reddit user remarked, “I can now understand why they picked Austin Stowell to play Gibbs in Origins.” Such reactions suggest that Stowell’s interpretation resonates with audiences, bridging the gap between the original portrayal and the new series.Reddit

As the series delves deeper into the early 1990s, viewers can expect to see more of Gibbs’ evolution, including his first official interrogation—a moment co-showrunner Monreal is particularly excited about. With Stowell’s compelling portrayal and the show’s commitment to character development, Season 2 promises to be a thrilling continuation of Gibbs’ journey.inkl+3Cinemablend+3Cinemablend+3AP News