NCIS · Season 20 · Episode 12
NCIS Season 20 Episode 12: Big Rig
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Episode Recap
When an old pal of Torres’ comes to him – disheveled and bloodied – for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down. Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show.
Quick Answer
NCIS Season 20 Episode 12, "Big Rig," aired 2023-01-23 on CBS. When an old pal of Torres’ comes to him – disheveled and bloodied – for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down. Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show
Quick Facts
Episode Information
- Episode
- Season 20, Episode 12 of 22
- Title
- Big Rig
- Air Date
- Jan 23, 2023
- Runtime
- 60 min
- Director
- Rocky Carroll
- Writers
- Marco Schnabel
Overview
Episode Summary
When an old pal of Torres’ comes to him – disheveled and bloodied – for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down. Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show
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Full Recap
NCIS Season 20 Episode 12 Recap
When an old pal of Torres’ comes to him – disheveled and bloodied – for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down.
Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show.
At a Glance
Key Moments
- When an old pal of Torres’ comes to him – disheveled and bloodied – for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down (F01).
- Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show (F02).
Analysis
Character Development
Timothy McGee
McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show Interpretation: the synopsis flags this as the episode's personal beat; no development beyond the synopsis text is asserted.
Cast
Main Cast
Cast
Guest Stars
NCIS Special Agent Dale Sawyer
Wade Cutler
Doris Sawyer
Annie Hankamer
FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Liam McCullers
Joanna "Mama Jo" Dalton
Policeman
Fire Captain
Analysis
NCIS Season 20 Episode 12 Ending Explained
Spoilers below
This section discusses the ending of "Big Rig" in detail. Stop here if you haven't watched the episode.
The official synopsis establishes the episode's case and personal beats as summarized above; it does not describe the investigation's conclusion (see source_inventory.failed for the full source situation).
McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in NCIS Season 20 Episode 12?
When an old pal of Torres’ comes to him – disheveled and bloodied – for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down. Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show.
What is the main case in "Big Rig"?
When an old pal of Torres’ comes to him – disheveled and bloodied – for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down.
What else happens in "Big Rig"?
Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show.
Is there a personal storyline in this episode?
McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show.
How does the case end?
The official synopsis does not describe the outcome, and no independent recap was retrievable for this episode; the document therefore does not state one.
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