NCIS season 7 episode 4 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In a tense episode, Abby unveils the sinking of the freighter Damocles, with Ziva involved but few details disclosed. Ziva aspires to join NCIS, but her application is hindered by a complex psychological profile and her Mossad background. The NCIS team investigates the mysterious death of Marine Daniel Cryer, leading to a flashback of Ziva's covert mission on the Damocles. Tensions escalate as Ziva admits to shooting Cryer under her father's orders, revealing a deep conflict between her duty and personal morality.

Full Episode S07E04 Recap

### Abby Discusses the Damocles Incident with Gibbs - Abby reveals the Damocles, a Jordanian freighter, sank off the coast of Somalia with no survivors. - Ziva, involved in the incident, expresses her desire to be an NCIS agent, despite uncertainties about her eligibility. ### Shrimp Fishing Scene with Tony and McGee - Tony and McGee, engaged in shrimp fishing in the Indian Ocean, joke about their situation. - They discover a bag in their fishing net. ### NCIS Headquarters: Tony, McGee, and Ziva Discuss Work Matters - Tony, McGee, and Ziva discuss workloads, with Ziva eager to expedite her application to become an NCIS agent. - They joke about Tony's inability to handle computer tasks efficiently. ### Investigation into Staff Sergeant Daniel Cryer's Death - Director Vance and Gibbs discuss with Agent Dunham in Tanzania about the death of Staff Sergeant Daniel Cryer, a deserter spotted on the Damocles. - Ziva is known to have survived the Damocles shipwreck. ### Ziva's Interrogation by Vance - Vance interrogates Ziva about her time in a prison camp and her loyalty to Mossad and her father, Eli David. - Ziva's psychological evaluation raises concerns, hindering her application to NCIS. ### NCIS Team Investigates Damocles Incident - The team delves into the details of the Damocles incident and Cryer's involvement. - Abby and McGee analyze weather patterns related to the ship's sinking. ### Ducky's Examination of Cryer's Body - Ducky concludes Cryer was shot before drowning, contradicting the shipwreck narrative. ### Flashback: Ziva on the Damocles - Ziva recalls her mission on the Damocles, involving undercover work and tensions with the crew. - A confrontation with a crew member, who suspects her true identity, escalates. ### NCIS Team Continues Investigation - The team struggles with the volume of evidence from the Damocles. - Ducky and Abby discuss their findings, pointing towards discrepancies in the ship's sinking story. ### Confrontation and Revelation - Gibbs confronts Ziva with evidence of her shooting Cryer. - Ziva confesses her actions were driven by her father's orders and her sense of duty. - Gibbs expresses his disappointment and concern for Ziva's well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the name of the Jordanian freighter involved in the incident?

The Damocles.

Who expressed their desire to become an NCIS agent?

Ziva.

What unusual find did Tony and McGee discover while shrimp fishing?

A bag caught up in their net.

Who is Staff Sergeant Daniel Cryer?

A U.S. Marine and a deserter found dead, involved in the Damocles incident.

Why is Ziva's application to become an NCIS agent in jeopardy?

Due to concerns raised in her psychological evaluation.

What did Ducky conclude about Cryer's cause of death?

He was shot before drowning.

What mission was Ziva on aboard the Damocles?

An undercover mission, involving espionage and infiltration.

How did Ziva's interrogation with Director Vance go?

Vance raised concerns about her loyalty due to her past with Mossad and her father.

What did the NCIS team analyze to investigate the Damocles incident?

Weather patterns and evidence from the ship.

What was Gibbs' reaction to Ziva's confession about shooting Cryer?

He was disappointed but showed concern for Ziva's well-being.

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