NCIS season 20 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "NCIS" Season 20, Episode 5, Director Vance's home is invaded by three masked intruders, leading to a deadly altercation. The NCIS team investigates, uncovering a connection to a past operation involving Vance and Deputy Lena Paulsen. In Berlin, Lena is critically injured. The team discovers Lena had secretly raised the child of a Chechen terrorist, Hei
Full Episode S20E05 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Director Vance?
Director Vance is the head of NCIS and a central character in this episode.
What happens at Director Vance's house?
Director Vance's house is invaded by three masked intruders, one of whom he kills during a fight.
Why does Agent Parker go to Berlin with Director Vance?
Agent Parker goes to Berlin with Director Vance to ensure his safety after the home invasion.
Who is Deputy Lena Paulsen?
Deputy Lena Paulsen is an old colleague of Director Vance from the German Federal Intelligence Services.
What is Operation Festung?
Operation Festung is a classified operation that involved Director Vance and Lena Paulsen.
What's the significance of the diamonds in the episode?
The diamonds are from a raid on Chechen terrorist Goran Umarov and were sold by Lena Paulsen to create a trust fund for Goran's baby, Heidi.
Who is Heidi in relation to the episode's plot?
Heidi is the baby of Goran Umarov, raised secretly by Lena Paulsen as her own daughter.
What role does Sergei Umarov play in the episode?
Sergei Umarov, Goran's brother, seeks revenge and the return of Heidi, leading to a confrontation at the safe house.
How does the NCIS team uncover the truth about the diamonds and Heidi?
The NCIS team investigates Operation Festung and discovers Lena's secret about taking Heidi and selling the diamonds for her future.
What happens to Lena Paulsen?
Lena Paulsen is attacked and severely injured, later waking up in a hospital.
Who was involved in a mole problem in the BND?
Agent Biedermann from the BND was revealed to be on Sergei Umarov's payroll.
What is the resolution for Heidi at the end of the episode?
Heidi's safety is ensured, and the episode implies that the BND will not pursue legal actions against Lena for her decisions.
What is the relationship between Director Vance and Lena Paulsen?
Director Vance and Lena Paulsen have a professional and personal relationship with a deep mutual respect and care.
What happens between Vance and Parker at the end of the episode?
Vance and Parker decide to watch a movie together, showing a developing friendship between them.
What are the main themes of this episode?
The main themes are loyalty, protection, moral ambiguity, and the complexities of personal and professional decisions.
