NCIS season 20 episode 20 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Joe, dressed as Detective Grizz for community service, accidentally discovers a dead body in the woods, leading the NCIS team to investigate. The victim is Amanda Grayson, daughter of Senator Grayson. Amanda led a troubled life, including a stint in the military and making videos on CurioCam. Suspect Arthur Vernon, an obsessed fan, is initially blamed. However, deeper investigation reveals that Senator Grayson's chief of staff, Douglas Pritchard, is the real killer. He murdered Amanda to protect the Senator's campaign from scandal involving Amanda's abuser, Raylan Marsh. Pritchard is arrested, clearing Vernon and bringing justice for Amanda.

Full Episode S20E20 Recap

### Introduction at the Park - **Scene**: A community event in a park with pop music and indistinct chatter. - **Characters**: Joe dressed as Detective Grizz, a children's character; other attendees. - **Events**: - Joe, in the Detective Grizz suit, complains about its discomfort and smell. - He reluctantly performs his role due to a DUI punishment. - Suddenly, Joe alerts everyone about a dead body in the woods, causing panic. ### NCIS Headquarters - **Scene**: NCIS team discusses the case and their personal issues. - **Characters**: NCIS team members McGee, Parker, Jimmy, and others. - **Events**: - Team jokes about Detective Grizz and discusses the case involving a dead woman with a Navy tattoo. - Personal issues are mentioned, including financial struggles and a broken vehicle. - The team gets details about the victim's identity and background. ### Senator's House - **Scene**: NCIS team visits Senator Grayson's residence. - **Characters**: Senator Grayson, her chief of staff Douglas Pritchard, NCIS team. - **Events**: - The NCIS team informs Senator Grayson about her daughter Amanda's death. - Grayson describes Amanda's troubled life and expresses regret and sorrow. - The team learns about Amanda's disruptive behavior at a recent fundraiser. ### Investigation Progress - **Scene**: NCIS team delves into the investigation. - **Characters**: NCIS team, forensic pathologist Dr. Miles Bauer. - **Events**: - Team uncovers Amanda's side hustle on CurioCam and investigates her subscribers. - Jimmy's financial struggles are highlighted. - Dr. Bauer, a renowned pathologist, joins the investigation, causing discomfort for Jimmy due to their past. ### Confronting Arthur Vernon - **Scene**: NCIS team interrogates Arthur Vernon, a suspect. - **Characters**: Arthur Vernon, NCIS team. - **Events**: - Vernon, a fan of Amanda, is interrogated and denies involvement in her murder. - Evidence in Vernon's room suggests obsession but no definitive proof of murder. - Vernon's alibi is shaky, raising suspicions. ### Senator's Pressure and Jimmy's Struggle - **Scene**: Senator Grayson pressures NCIS; Jimmy's personal struggles are emphasized. - **Characters**: Senator Grayson, NCIS team, Jimmy, Dr. Bauer. - **Events**: - Senator Grayson demands updates and exerts pressure on the investigation. - Jimmy faces personal and professional challenges, including past resentment towards Dr. Bauer. ### New Murder and Accusations - **Scene**: A new murder similar to Amanda's occurs; accusations fly. - **Characters**: NCIS team, Senator Grayson, Dr. Bauer. - **Events**: - A second victim, Lori Nelson, is found, implicating Vernon as the suspect. - Senator Grayson blames NCIS for releasing Vernon, leading to another murder. - Jimmy insists on his theory about Amanda's time of death, conflicting with Dr. Bauer. ### Unraveling the Truth - **Scene**: NCIS team uncovers the real murderer and motive. - **Characters**: NCIS team, Senator Grayson, Douglas Pritchard. - **Events**: - Investigation reveals Senator Grayson's chief of staff, Pritchard, as the murderer. - Motive linked to protecting Senator Grayson's campaign and covering up abuse by Raylan Marsh. - Pritchard is arrested, clearing Vernon and concluding the case. ### Conclusion and Resolution - **Scene**: NCIS team reflects on the case; personal resolutions. - **Characters**: NCIS team, Dr. Bauer, Jimmy. - **Events**: - Team discusses the case's outcome and personal growth. - Jimmy reconciles with his career path and declines Bauer's book offer. - The case ends with justice served and personal issues addressed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Detective Grizz?

Detective Grizz is a children's character portrayed by Joe as part of his community service due to a DUI.

What case is the NCIS team investigating?

The team is investigating the murder of a woman with a Navy tattoo, later identified as Amanda Grayson, Senator Grayson's daughter.

What are Amanda Grayson's background and issues?

Amanda was a troubled individual with a history of DUIs, vandalism, and disturbing the peace. She was also involved in the military and had a side hustle posting videos on CurioCam.

Who is Dr. Miles Bauer?

Dr. Miles Bauer is a renowned forensic pathologist who joins the NCIS team to assist with the autopsy. He has a past connection with Jimmy from college.

Who is Arthur Vernon and what is his role?

Arthur Vernon is a suspect in Amanda's murder. He is a fan of Amanda's CurioCam videos and is initially suspected due to his obsession with her.

What is the significance of Amanda's CurioCam account?

Amanda's CurioCam account reveals her side hustle of posting private videos, which leads to the discovery of a subscriber, Arthur Vernon, who becomes a suspect.

What is the conflict between Jimmy and Dr. Bauer?

Jimmy and Dr. Bauer have a past conflict from college, where Jimmy suspects Bauer sabotaged his chance at a prestigious internship.

What leads to the arrest of Douglas Pritchard?

The investigation reveals that Douglas Pritchard, Senator Grayson's chief of staff, killed Amanda and another victim, Lori Nelson, to protect Senator Grayson's campaign and cover up sexual abuse by Raylan Marsh.

What is the relationship between Senator Grayson and Raylan Marsh?

Raylan Marsh is a significant donor to Senator Grayson's campaign. He sexually abused Amanda Grayson at the Rosewood Center, a school for troubled teens.

How does the NCIS team prove Pritchard's guilt?

The team finds Senator Grayson's prescription cream on Lori Nelson's body, which was left by Pritchard during the murder, linking him to the crime.

Why does Senator Grayson react strongly to the investigation?

Senator Grayson is concerned about the impact of the investigation on her political career and is later shocked to learn about Marsh's abuse of her daughter.

What is Jimmy's resolution at the end of the episode?

Jimmy resolves his feelings towards Dr. Bauer and his own career path, finding contentment in his current life and rejecting Bauer's book offer.

What happens to Arthur Vernon?

Arthur Vernon is cleared of all charges and is found hiding from the press at his grandmother's cabin.

What is the outcome for Raylan Marsh?

Raylan Marsh is set to face legal consequences for his sexual abuse of Amanda Grayson, as exposed in her video.

How does the team feel about Dr. Bauer getting credit for the case?

The NCIS team is displeased that Dr. Bauer receives public credit for solving the case, despite Jimmy's significant contribution to breaking it.

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