Fans were left stunned after the NCIS season finale, but now one of the lead writers has confirmed what many viewers had quietly suspected all along. In a recent interview, the writer revealed that the final scene wasn’t just for shock value—it was carefully planned to set up a major shift in the series. That emotional goodbye wasn’t the end, but rather a hint that something bigger is coming.

According to the writer, the decision to break up the team was made over a year ago. “We wanted to explore what happens when our characters are forced apart,” they explained. The storyline wasn’t just about creating drama—it’s meant to dig deeper into each agent’s personal journey. Some fans believed it was a permanent ending, but the truth is, this shake-up might actually bring the team closer than ever.

One of the most surprising reveals was that the mysterious figure watching from the shadows has a direct connection to a beloved former character. While the writer didn’t confirm who it is, they teased that fans of early NCIS seasons “will not be disappointed” when the identity is finally revealed. With the next season already in pre-production, all eyes are on how the fallout from the finale will unfold.