Nov. 3, “16 Years”: The murder of a retired Navy Lt. Commander forces Ducky to reveal his participation in a “secret society” that solves cold cases. Jessica Walter (Arrested Development) guest-stars.
Nov. 10, “Saviors”: In the course of a rescue in the Sudan, DiNozzo reunites with Dr. Jeanne Benoit (played by Scottie Thompson). “There aren’t many, but she is one ‘that got away,’” says showrunner Gary Glasberg, “so that takes us into all kinds of Tony DiNozzo folklore that we haven’t touched on in ages.” Joel Grestch reprises his role as Special Agent Stan Burley, while Jon Cryer’s Dr. Taft returns “when Gibbs hits a surprising hurdle in his recovery.”
Nov. 17, “Day in Court”: Salli Richardson returns as lawyer Carrie Clark for “a twisty-turny legal mystery,” says Glasberg. “Parallel to that in a really significant way, we learn disturbing things about Bishop’s personal life.” Cue Jamie Bamber as Ellie’s husband, Jake.
Nov. 24, “Blood Brothers”: While Gibbs & Co. tackle a “Saving Private Ryan-type” mission, Bishop spends Thanksgiving back home with her mom (Bionic Woman’s Lindsay Wagner).