NCIS season 9 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Lieutenant Paul Booth, connected to the secretive Telles Research Group, is murdered. NCIS investigates, uncovering Booth's ties to a classified project, the Anax Principle. McGee is personally involved; his grandmother, Penelope Langston, is linked to Booth and the project. As they delve deeper, they discover the Anax Principle is a dangerous weapon. The presumed-dead founder of Telles, Max Ellswood, resurfaces as the culprit, seeking to control his creation. The episode intertwines personal conflicts, particularly McGee's relationship with his grandmother and his family history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Lieutenant Paul Booth?
Paul Booth was a Navy officer and a math professor at Waverly University, connected to the Telles Research Group.
What is the Telles Research Group?
Telles Research Group is a secretive organization that develops various projects, including advanced military spyware.
What connection does McGee have to the murder victim?
McGee's business card was found with Lieutenant Booth, but McGee doesn't recognize him.
What is the Anax Principle?
The Anax Principle is a classified project associated with the Telles Research Group, involving cutting-edge military strategy.
Who is Penelope Langston?
Penelope Langston is McGee's grandmother, who had connections to Booth and the Anax Principle.
How is John Westfal related to the case?
John Westfal is Booth's boss at Telles and is initially suspected of involvement in Booth's murder.
Was Penelope Langston involved in Booth's death?
No, Penelope Langston was not involved in Booth's death; she was helping Booth expose the Anax Principle.
What is revealed about the Anax Principle?
The Anax Principle is revealed to be a weapon of destruction, initially intended to keep soldiers safe in Vietnam.
Who is Max Ellswood?
Max Ellswood is the founder of the Telles Research Group and the creator of the Anax Principle. He was presumed dead but is found to be alive.
How does the episode conclude?
The episode concludes with the apprehension of Max Ellswood and McGee considering reconciling with his estranged father.
Why was Lieutenant Booth murdered?
Lieutenant Booth was murdered due to his involvement in trying to expose the Anax Principle.
What role did Penelope play in the Anax Principle?
Penelope was one of the first analysts to work on the Anax Principle and later sought to make amends for its destructive nature.
