Is 'NCIS: Origins' Really Worth Watching?

Story by David Grove

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New 'NCIS' spinoff leaves fans divided as it struggles to find its footing between reboot and prequel

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Critics argue 'NCIS: Origins' plays it too safe, rehashing familiar tropes instead of forging its own identity
Showrunners promise more character development and a deeper dive into the origins of the NCIS team, but early reviews suggest they've got their work cut out for them

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David Grove, NCIS, NCIS: Origins