NCIS season 8 episode 20 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

The team investigates the murder of Seaman Derek Balfour, discovering his body was meticulously cleaned and left without defensive wounds, suggesting he was killed elsewhere. Ziva's boyfriend Ray, a CIA agent, raises Tony's suspicions. Special Agent Barrett joins the team, revealing a pattern of similar killings in different ports, leading to the "port-to-port killer." The investigation leads to suspect Bryce Leitner, but he's ruled out when a tip reveals he's not the killer. The team then finds another victim, Nathan Finney, a former Navy pilot, deepening the mystery around the elusive serial killer.

Full Episode S08E20 Recap

### Scene 1: A Night Out Gone Wrong - A man stumbles out of a club, intoxicated, and is teased by a group of friends. - After a brief, comical exchange, the man decides to walk home alone. ### Scene 2: A Mysterious Voice - While walking, the man hears a child-like voice beckoning him to play, but no one is seen. ### Scene 3: Ziva's Personal Call - Ziva is on a phone call, laughing about new shoes and plans to meet someone named Ray in New York. - She discusses her relationship with Ray, showing excitement about their future plans. ### Scene 4: Office Banter - Ziva, Tony, and McGee engage in playful banter about their personal lives. - Gibbs interrupts with news of a dead naval officer, redirecting the team's focus. ### Scene 5: Crime Scene Investigation - The team examines the dead officer, noting peculiar details like his bound ankles and lack of defensive wounds. - They speculate he was killed elsewhere and discuss clues, including a found wallet and a metro card indicating a connection to D.C. ### Scene 6: Delving into the Victim's Background - The team learns more about the victim, Seaman Derek Balfour, including his troubled past and recent behavioral improvements. ### Scene 7: Ray's Introduction - Ziva introduces her boyfriend Ray to the team, revealing he works for the CIA. - Ray's pleasant demeanor raises Tony's suspicions. ### Scene 8: The Investigation Continues - The team continues to piece together evidence, including the victim's recent activities and the discovery of a meticulously cleaned body. ### Scene 9: A New Lead Emerges - Special Agent Barrett arrives, offering insights but clashing with Gibbs over investigative approaches. - Barrett reveals a pattern of similar killings in different ports, linking them to the "port-to-port killer." ### Scene 10: Tensions and Romance - Gibbs and Barrett debate over investigative methods while Tony and Barrett share a romantic moment. ### Scene 11: Advanced Analysis - Abby provides new leads, suggesting the killer has medical knowledge. - The team discusses the implications of Barrett's presence and their discomfort with change. ### Scene 12: Ziva's Confrontation with Ray - Ziva confronts Ray about his secrecy and possible ulterior motives, leading to a heated argument. ### Scene 13: A Break in the Case - The team zeros in on a suspect, Bryce Leitner, but their interrogation is interrupted by Barrett. - Gibbs receives a tip that Leitner is not the killer. ### Scene 14: Refocusing the Investigation - The team re-examines evidence, leading them to a new suspect with connections to all murder locations. - They discover Nathan Finney, a former Navy pilot, as a potential suspect. ### Scene 15: Discovering Finney's Fate - The team finds Finney's body, realizing he's another victim rather than the killer. ### Scene 16: The Investigation Continues - Vance pressures Gibbs and Barrett to solve the case quickly. - Despite their differences, Gibbs and Barrett agree to work together. ### Scene 17: Personal Reflections - Tony and Ziva share a moment at a bar, discussing their respective romantic entanglements and the complexities of their situations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Seaman Derek Balfour?

Seaman Derek Balfour was a naval officer with a troubled past, recently improved behavior, and was the murder victim being investigated.

What did the team notice about Balfour's body at the crime scene?

The team observed that Balfour's ankles were bound, there were no defensive wounds, and he was likely killed elsewhere.

Who is Ray, and what is his relationship with Ziva?

Ray is Ziva's boyfriend who works for the CIA. Q

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