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Mark Harmon returns to 'NCIS: Origins' after his departure from the hit CBS series.

By · Published October 7, 2026  20:58 UTC · Updated October 7, 2026  22:24 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 7 distinct news outlets with 7 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 5.
  • Primary Driver: Mark Harmon returns to 'NCIS: Origins' after his departure from the hit CBS series.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

Five outlets reported on Mark Harmon's return to 'NCIS: Origins' after his departure from the CBS series. According to People.com, Mark Harmon left 'NCIS' due to an undisclosed reason.

The exact circumstances of Harmon's departure remain unclear, with USA Today suggesting that his character's heroic nature may have contributed to the decision. TVLine reported that Gibbs gets back in the game in Season 3 of 'NCIS: Origins'.

A preview clip shows Gibbs seeking help from Woody. The reporting on Mark Harmon's return and the new season of 'NCIS: Origins' is extensive, but the exact reasons behind Harmon's departure and the show's future developments remain unclear.

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Why did Mark Harmon leave 'NCIS'?

According to People.com, Mark Harmon left 'NCIS' due to an undisclosed reason.

What can be expected from Season 3 of 'NCIS: Origins'?

Gibbs gets back in the game, and a preview clip shows Gibbs seeking help from Woody.

What is the current status of Mark Harmon's character in 'NCIS: Origins'?

Mark Harmon's character is back in the show, and a preview clip shows him being shot.

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