NCIS Season 22: McGee’s Growing Suspicions About New Character LaRoche in Upcoming Episodes

Warning: SPOILERS ahead for NCIS season 22, episode 9!

Intriguing Developments in NCIS Season 22

The latest episode of NCIS, season 22, episode 9, introduces a new character that has caught the attention of agents, particularly McGee (Sean Murray). Deputy Director LaRoche (Seamus Dever) has been under scrutiny, as his behavior raises red flags among team members. With actions suggesting he may be concealing something, LaRoche’s involvement has complicated the investigation process, leading to tension within the team.

McGee’s Growing Suspicion of LaRoche

LaRoche’s blatant interference in ongoing investigations, coupled with his desire to participate in critical tasks such as witness interviews, is particularly concerning for McGee. His frustration is compounded when LaRoche attempts to take credit for the very investigations he seems keen to obstruct. In a revealing discussion with TV Insider, executive producer Steven D. Binder previewed how McGee will actively pursue the truth about LaRoche when NCIS resumes its broadcast.

He will be in direct conflict with—you probably already picked up on [the fact that] McGee has an issue with the guy. It’s going to be McGee that takes the lead on looking into this guy or questioning this guy or wondering about this guy. Is this connected to the fact that this guy took the position McGee wanted? Maybe, but McGee’s a good agent, so if he smells smoke, there just might be fire.

Yeah, this isn’t some secret underground concern that McGee has. It’ll be out in the open. We’re going to have an episode [that]’s something like Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner with McGee and LaRoche and some of the family. So that’ll be a fun episode to get them together. It’s one thing to hunt down a guy or be suspicious of a guy or track a guy who is in the next office or works across the way someplace in DC, but when they’re in your powder room, it becomes a little more entertaining.

[So far] there’s just suspicion. You can keep an eye on somebody without necessarily … Season 22, anything’s game.

Analyzing LaRoche’s Role in the Upcoming Episodes

Though his motivations remain unclear, LaRoche’s presence as a disruptive force hints that his true intentions may not align with the goals of the NCIS team. McGee’s growing concerns are indicative of a deeper investigation into LaRoche’s past and potential ulterior motives. As the narrative unfolds, it appears that McGee’s scrutiny will take center stage, amplifying the tension within the storyline.

Anticipating Revelations in NCIS Season 22

Given LaRoche’s obstructive role in the latest episode, it stands to reason that McGee’s investigation will reveal significant truths about the Deputy Director. Although the nature of LaRoche’s secrets remains unknown, viewers are sure to witness pivotal developments as the series progresses. With NCIS set to return on Monday, January 27, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET on CBS, the suspense surrounding LaRoche’s character continues to build.

Ongoing & Upcoming NCIS TV Shows	Release Dates
NCIS	2003 – present
NCIS: Sydney	2023 – present
NCIS: Origins	2024 – present
NCIS: Tony & Ziva	TBA