NCIS season 9 episode 4 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Abby, thrilled to be a kidney donor match for a stranger, stumbles upon a shocking personal revelation: she has a brother. Meanwhile, NCIS investigates The Cooler, a fugitive linked to contract killings, targeting Navy Lieutenant Commander Geoffrey Brett. The case unravels a complex web of deceit, murder, and money laundering involving Brett, revealing he staged his own assassination attempt. Abby grapples with her adoption discovery and her new identity, choosing to delve deeper into her past before contacting her newfound brother.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is interviewed about a $14 billion military expenditure?
A woman is interviewed, but she defers to her husband for an opinion.
What does Abby reveal at NCIS Headquarters?
Abby reveals she's a kidney donor match for a stranger.
Who is The Cooler's next target?
Navy Lieutenant Commander Geoffrey Brett.
What is Lieutenant Commander Brett's background?
He is a decorated pilot and legislative fellow.
How does Abby learn she has a brother?
Through a mitochondrial DNA match indicating a familial connection.
How does Commander Brett react to the assassination threat?
He is skeptical and dismissive of the threat.
Who is tasked with shadowing Commander Brett?
NCIS Special Agent Ziva David.
What complex scheme is uncovered by the NCIS team?
A scheme involving The Cooler, Drew Turner, and George Kaplan, related to money laundering and contract killing.
What personal discovery does Abby make?
Abby discovers she was adopted and struggles with her identity.
How does the episode conclude with Commander Brett?
Commander Brett is arrested for orchestrating his own assassination attempt and other crimes.
What decision does Abby make regarding her biological brother?
Abby decides not to reveal her identity to her biological brother and to investigate her past further.
Who reassures Abby about her adoption revelation?
Gibbs