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NCIShas been a cornerstone of crime procedural television and has reigned for over two decades. It’s loved for the compelling cases, great characters, and storytelling. Thanks to their devoted fanbase, the show has constantly ranked as one of the most-watched series worldwide.
But evenNCIS, which has such a great track record isn’t immune to occasional mishaps. Most long-running shows have their highs and lows and give their fans a lot of memorable moments. But at times, they also feature episodes that leave the audience, confused, or even disappointed.
NCISseason 22’sOut of Controlepisode backlash for its missteps
In the 22nd season ofNCIS,Out of Controlwas one episodethat was targeted by critics for its plot’s pacing, weird character decisions, and failed execution. When people tune in to watch the show, they expect a level of intrigue, and a character-driven story, which has been their formula for years.
Audiences were disappointed because the case did not feel gripping, and it seemed like they gave no thought to the episode. The storyline was way below expectations and didn’t match the high standard set byNCIS.
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But of all, people were let down due to the way the showrunners portrayed some long-standing characters. This left a bitter taste in the viewers’ mouths, who found everything to be frustrating. But despite all these problematic issues,Out of Controlhas an IMDB rating of 7.4, so it still wasn’t as bad as the worst-rated episodes.
First StepsandGut Punch:Two bottom-of-the-barrel episodes onNCIS
Out of Controlwas indeed a disappointment, butFirst StepsandGut Punchare two episodes that are at the very end ofNCISrankings as per ratings onIMDB, with 6.9 for both. These episodes are so bad that no one bothered to judge or actively dislike them because they were simply that forgettable!
First Stepswas an attempt to bring forth an emotionally charged narrative but they faltered in the execution which felt forced and unnatural. Moreover, the whole case felt rushed and did not make sense to the viewers. By the end, fans were left unimpressed because the plot had genuine potential but it turned out to be a misfire.
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Gut Punchwas even more disastrous as it tried to address real-world issues but it simply did not align with the usual tone of the show. To many, it felt like a filler episode, and the main team members being sidelined did not help either. Longtime fans who tuned in to watch some action were stuck and had to sit through someone enforcing pandemic protocols.
You can watchNCISon Paramount+.
Sonika Kamble
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Sonika Kamble is an entertainment writer at Fandomwire, covering everything from timeless classics to newly released movies. With over 1000+ articles published, she delves into breakdowns, think pieces, speculations, and more.She enjoys connecting the dots and covering newfound angles about characters, scenes, and themes from movies directed by Scorsese, Fincher, Tarantino, Linklater, and other exceptional filmmakers.
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