NCIS season 11 episode 23 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "NCIS 11x23: The Admiral's Daughter," Tony DiNozzo is in Marseille under the guise of running an Internet security seminar, but his real mission is to retrieve Admiral Kendall's daughter, Amanda, who's been living a reckless life across Europe. Upon discovering the local NCIS team murdered, Tony finds himself a murder suspect. He locates Amanda at a nightclub and learns she's actually a spy. Together, they evade corrupt police while trying to rescue her asset, Amir, from Iranian operatives. The episode concludes with the successful rescue of Amir and the revelation of Amanda's true role as a spy.
Full Episode S11E23 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is wanted for the murder of a Marseille police officer?
An American national, presumably Tony DiNozzo.
Why is Tony DiNozzo in Marseille?
He's there under the guise of running an Internet security seminar, but his real mission is to retrieve Admiral Kendall's daughter, Amanda.
Who is Amanda Kendall?
She is the daughter of Admiral Kendall and has been spending her life partying across Europe.
What happens at the NCIS office in Marseille?
Tony discovers that the entire NCIS team there has been murdered.
How does Tony find Amanda?
He locates her in a nightclub in Marseille.
What is the connection between Amanda Kendall and Zakaria Hassan?
They both went to Georgetown and Hassan was Amanda's handler, as she is revealed to be a spy.
What does Tony discover about the police in Marseille?
He finds that Inspector Isabel Cheblis is corrupt and involved in the murders.
Why is Amanda Kendall in danger?
She is a spy and her cover might have been blown, making her a target.
What is Tony DiNozzo's cover for being in Marseille?
He is supposed to be conducting an Internet security seminar.
Who is Amir Askari?
An Iranian national working at their consulate in Marseille, and an asset to Amanda.
What role does Admiral Kendall play in the episode?
He is Amanda's father and the one who sends Tony on the mission to retrieve her.
What is the Defense Clandestine Service?
It is a covert operation service, which Amanda is a part of.
How do Tony and Amanda plan to escape Marseille?
They initially plan to drive to the satellite NCIS office in Rota, Spain.
What is the nature of the information that Amir provided to Amanda?
It is coded files regarding Iran's WMD program.
How does the episode resolve the situation with Amir?
Tony and Amanda manage to rescue Amir with the help of Gibbs and the NCIS team.