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NCIS - S18E08 - True Believer
 

NCIS season 18 episode 8

True Believer

 
When Sloane’s name is discovered in Afghanistan at the site of an abandoned bus with a dead driver, Gibbs accompanies her on a trip to find a group of girls who were kidnapped from the bus. McGee, Bishop and Torres track down a hacker who emailed compromising information to the Taliban.
 
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NCIS / S18E08 : True Believer
Season 18, Episode 8 | Aired on March 2, 2021 | TV-14 | 45 min. | CBS
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NCIS season 18 episode 8 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In this intense episode, Dr. Laura and Tahir unwind after a case, while Gibbs reveals his plans to move to Costa Rica. Urgency strikes as a school bus in Afghanistan is hijacked, leading Gibbs and Sloane to embark on a rescue mission. They discover the involvement of a familiar face, Darya, and a notorious hacktivist, Albatross. The team in the U.S. investigates Albatross's death, uncovering his identity and connection to the Taliban. Amidst moral complexities and harsh realities, the team successfully rescues the kidnapped girls. The episode concludes with Jack choosing to stay in Afghanistan to make a meaningful difference.

Full Episode S18E08 Recap

### Dr. Laura and Tahir at the Office - Dr. Laura and Tahir discuss their recent success in catching a criminal. - Tahir remarks on Dr. Laura's preference for the office couch over going home. ### Gibbs Discusses Costa Rica Plans - Gibbs shares his intentions to move to Costa Rica, seeking a change from his daily routine of facing murders. ### Urgent Situation in MTAC - Vance summons Jack and Gibbs to MTAC for an emergency. - A school bus in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, carrying young girls, was hijacked; the driver was killed. ### Darya's Involvement Revealed - The chaperone of the hijacked girls, Darya, is a known associate of Jack from her captivity in Afghanistan. ### NCIS Team Prepares for Afghanistan - Gibbs and Sloane, along with other team members, prepare for their journey to Afghanistan. - The team is briefed on the situation and the involvement of the Taliban. ### Discovering the Perpetrator - The NCIS team learns that Albert Gorsch, living near D.C., might be involved in the hijacking. - They discover evidence linking Albert to the Taliban. ### Gibbs and Sloane in Afghanistan - In Afghanistan, Gibbs and Sloane meet Nabi from the NGO Darya worked with. - They learn more about the NGO's operations and the secrecy of their bus routes. ### The Hunt for the Kidnapped Girls - Gibbs and Sloane follow leads to locate the kidnapped girls. - They encounter difficulties and face the harsh realities of the situation in Afghanistan. ### Investigating Albert's Death - Back in the U.S., the NCIS team investigates Albert's death. - They uncover his identity as a famous hacktivist, "Albatross," and his involvement in the kidnapping case. ### Confronting the Truth - Gibbs and Sloane confront the harsh truth about Darya and the NGO. - They realize the complexity of the situation and the involvement of various parties. ### The Rescue Operation - The team orchestrates a rescue operation to save the kidnapped girls. - They face challenges and moral dilemmas in their quest to bring the girls back safely. ### Resolution and Farewell - The mission concludes with the successful rescue of the girls. - Jack decides to stay in Afghanistan to make a difference, marking a significant change in her life and career.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are Dr. Laura and Tahir?

Dr. Laura and Tahir are characters discussing the aftermath of a successful criminal case.

What is Gibbs' plan regarding Costa Rica?

Gibbs plans to move to Costa Rica for a change of pace and to escape his routine of solving murder cases.

What emergency is discussed in MTAC?

A school bus in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, carrying young girls was hijacked, with the driver killed.

Who is Darya?

Darya is the chaperone of the hijacked girls, previously known to Jack from her captivity in Afghanistan.

What is the NCIS team's mission in Afghanistan?

The NCIS team, including Gibbs and Sloane, head to Afghanistan to rescue the kidnapped schoolgirls.

Who is Albert Gorsch?

Albert Gorsch, living near D.C., is suspected to be involved in the school bus hijacking.

What is revealed about Albert's identity?

Albert is discovered to be a famous hacktivist known as "Albatross," involved in the kidnapping case.

What challenges do Gibbs and Sloane face in Afghanistan?

Gibbs and Sloane confront the complexities of the kidnapping situation, involving the Taliban and an NGO.

How does the team plan to rescue the kidnapped girls?

The NCIS team organizes a rescue operation to save the girls, facing various challenges and moral dilemmas.

What decision does Jack make at the end?

Jack decides to stay in Afghanistan to contribute positively, marking a significant change in her life and career.

 
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