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Special Features
- Interviews with the show's writers, technical advisors, and more!
- Cast & Crew Commentaries on Selected Episodes
- Very Special Effects
- "Grab Your Gear": A Look at Season 8
- "Lights! Camera! Weatherly!": Michael Weatherly Directs an Episode
- "I Have A Question For...": Questions from the Fans
- Cast & Crew Commentaries on Selected Episodes
- Very Special Effects
- "Grab Your Gear": A Look at Season 8
- "Lights! Camera! Weatherly!": Michael Weatherly Directs an Episode
- "I Have A Question For...": Questions from the Fans
Editorial Reviews
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It's no wonder that NCIS is such a wildly popular series. The show takes an irresistible and mysterious setting--the behind-the-scenes world of military criminal investigation--and sets engaging crime procedurals within it, with a dream cast. Mark Harmon, never better, is Special Agent Gibbs, a flinty ex-marine who brooks no nonsense but who also inspires deep devotion from his team. Assisting him are his sometime sidekick Agent DiNozzo (Michael Weatherly), lab specialist Abby (the perky-goth Pauley Perrette), computer whiz Agent McGee (Sean Murray), cool-as-ice Ziva (Cote de Pablo), and criminal pathologist Dr. Mallard, a.k.a. Ducky (David McCallum). This season also sees much more of the nerdy, earnest Jimmy Palmer (Brian Dietzen), who's coming into his own as a cast member. Season eight of NCIS resolves the cliffhanger from the last season before diving into the deep end of some heavy-duty investigations, but always leavened by humor and camaraderie. This season the team tackles a seemingly random child kidnapping, a horrifying serial killer (the "Port-to-Port Killer") seeming to target the navy, terrorist threads real and potential, the infiltration of interns, and lots of intrigue, subterfuge, and double and even triple agents. Guest stars include Robert Wagner, William Devane, and Bob Newhart. The action is all heightened with the backdrop of a very real war, and very real battle-scarred sailors and marines returning home to a new, challenging home landscape.
Yet somehow the talented writers of NCIS can tell these taxing plots with plenty of humor and wisecracking. This set contains six discs and all 24 episodes (including the directorial debut episode of Weatherly, which happens to be very well done), and tons of extras. It's delightful to see that the chemistry of the cast is as real and affable off-screen as on-screen. Features include a look at the entire story arc of NCIS Director Vance (the steely Rocky Carroll); a conversation with NCIS writers; and a fascinating interview with Leon Carroll Jr., a technical adviser to the series. One engaging feature involves questions from the fans, in which each cast member answers a direct question. When one fan asks Weatherly how he would characterize DiNozzo's relationship with Gibbs, Weatherly cracks up, and says, "Well, it's a little bit father-son, a little bit Butch and Sundance--though I'm not sure who is who--and a little bit Turner and Hooch." Which is exactly why fans of NCIS keep coming back for more. --A.T. Hurley
Product Description
NCIS (Naval Criminal Investigative Service) is more than just an action drama. With liberal doses of humor, it's a show that focuses on the sometimes complex and always amusing dynamics of a team of special agents forced to work together in high-stress situations. From murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen submarines, these special agents travel the globe to investigate all crimes with Navy or Marine Corps ties.
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123 of 133 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
"NCIS" continued its superb run as network TV's top-ranked drama series into its eighth season, blessed by the return of an outstanding core cast with its fun team chemistry, and some exciting and entertaining story lines.
Mark Harmon returns as crusty Senior Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, leader of the NCIS Major Case Response Team, assisted by Michael Weatherly as wise-cracking Special Agent Tony DiNozzo, Cote de Pablo as former Mossad agent/newly-minted Special Agent Ziva David, and Sean Murray as computer whiz Special Agent Tim McGee, backed by Pauley Parrette as unique forensic tech Abby Sciuto and David McCallum as venerable medical examiner "Ducky" Mallard.
The season opener resolves last season's cliffhanger, the team's deadly confrontation with a drug cartel targeting Special Agent Gibbs. A midseason multi-episode segment reveals the complicated backstory of NCIS Director Leon Vance and his Israeli counterpart, while bringing Ziva face to face with her estranged father. In the case of a missing nuke, Robert Wagner makes a priceless return appearence as Tony's father. Veteran comedian Bob Newheart has a sobering guest role as Ducky's predecessor. And, we find out how Tony and Gibbs first met.
The highlight of the season may be the five episode story arc concerning the Port-to-Port Killer, a serial killer who preys on members of the Navy. Director Vance brings in a competing team from Rota, Spain, headed by Special Agent E.J. Barrett, to lead the investigation. The case will involve the CIA, some Navy secrets, and Gibbs' mentor Mike Franks, while complicating the personal lives of Ziva and Tony. The final episode suggests the presence of an unknown traitor within the ranks of NCIS.
The "NCIS: Season Eight" DVD set is very highly recommended to fans of NCIS.
Mark Harmon returns as crusty Senior Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, leader of the NCIS Major Case Response Team, assisted by Michael Weatherly as wise-cracking Special Agent Tony DiNozzo, Cote de Pablo as former Mossad agent/newly-minted Special Agent Ziva David, and Sean Murray as computer whiz Special Agent Tim McGee, backed by Pauley Parrette as unique forensic tech Abby Sciuto and David McCallum as venerable medical examiner "Ducky" Mallard.
The season opener resolves last season's cliffhanger, the team's deadly confrontation with a drug cartel targeting Special Agent Gibbs. A midseason multi-episode segment reveals the complicated backstory of NCIS Director Leon Vance and his Israeli counterpart, while bringing Ziva face to face with her estranged father. In the case of a missing nuke, Robert Wagner makes a priceless return appearence as Tony's father. Veteran comedian Bob Newheart has a sobering guest role as Ducky's predecessor. And, we find out how Tony and Gibbs first met.
The highlight of the season may be the five episode story arc concerning the Port-to-Port Killer, a serial killer who preys on members of the Navy. Director Vance brings in a competing team from Rota, Spain, headed by Special Agent E.J. Barrett, to lead the investigation. The case will involve the CIA, some Navy secrets, and Gibbs' mentor Mike Franks, while complicating the personal lives of Ziva and Tony. The final episode suggests the presence of an unknown traitor within the ranks of NCIS.
The "NCIS: Season Eight" DVD set is very highly recommended to fans of NCIS.
49 of 55 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
NCIS continues to surprise me. I always think that the next season cannot be as good as the last, but somehow the story, the characters and the plot continue to grow and evolve. Season eight was my favourite season so far. I think the running plot of the port to port killer really added an extra element to the series, especially when he seems to have focused his attention upon Gibbs. Some of my favourite episodes happen in this series and I think one of the most shocking episodes that rivals, Kate's Death, happens in this series. I cannot find enough words to say all the good things I want to say about this series. I hope that Season Nine continues in the same direction as Season Eight. A recommended buy!
31 of 36 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Season 8 picked up where season 7 left off, but the quality was 100x better, first, we see a duo of episodes dedicated to the past of Director Leon Vance, and how he first came to join NCIS, I'm personally not a Leon fan, but these episodes damn well nearly changed my mind. Secondly, we see a Special Agent Caitlin Todd-centric episode, via flashback of course. One missing scene, and a new speaking part (Sasha recorded specifically for this episode) dubbed over an old scene, finally, rounding out our collection of blast to the past episodes is a DiNozzo centric episode, the inside jokes in this one, as well as the Vance one are legendary.
Jenny is mentioned a lot, too, a flashback of her is seen in the Kate episode, also.
NCIS continues to deliver great storylines, and this season is one of, if not the, best, with Special Guest Stars such as the brilliant Sarah Jane Morris and Kerr Smith, as well as some making their final appearances, ie Muse Watson (Mike), this is a must for both fans, and casual watchers.
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Brian Dietzen! Jimmy finally made it to a cover, lets hope this is the first step to him making it to the main cast!
Jenny is mentioned a lot, too, a flashback of her is seen in the Kate episode, also.
NCIS continues to deliver great storylines, and this season is one of, if not the, best, with Special Guest Stars such as the brilliant Sarah Jane Morris and Kerr Smith, as well as some making their final appearances, ie Muse Watson (Mike), this is a must for both fans, and casual watchers.
--Cover art--
Brian Dietzen! Jimmy finally made it to a cover, lets hope this is the first step to him making it to the main cast!
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Love the show.
I do not have a TV, so once in a while when I feel like passive entertainment, I watch a video. This was great because it provided many hours. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Short 1
5.0 out of 5 stars
NCIS
This show is great. The DVDs are even greater with some bonus features. Well worth buying. I recommend all the seasons.
Published 3 days ago by kenorob1
5.0 out of 5 stars
Glad this is available
I got hooked on this show about 9 months ago. Nice be get back episodes. No wonder it is the #1 show on TV.
Published 3 days ago by Keith Sorrels
5.0 out of 5 stars
NCIS!
It's NCIS! if you are a fan of the series this is one of those must sets to have. Harmon and the cast do amazing work
Published 4 days ago by Amanda Prokott
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great program for all
Since the beginning of the series, changes have happened and actors have come and gone. The true core of the show, Special Agent Gibbs, has stayed centered and strong and the... Read more
Published 4 days ago by Linda Grant
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Ardant NCIS fan
I haven't viewed these actual disks yet, but I've seen the shows as presented on the TV. I've got Seasons 1-6 already. I know I'll love these just as much...
Published 5 days ago by Ardent Amazon Shopper
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NCIS 8
NCIS is a great show, with mystery, adventure with a tight fit family to solve military crime cases. And it has comedy sometimes.
Published 5 days ago by BeeMan
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NCIS
I love the characters! The storyline is awesome, and I love the military attachment to the show. What's not to LOVE!
Published 7 days ago by Pen Name
5.0 out of 5 stars
NCIS fix
We love NCIS, but watching them out of order on TV is a drag to say the least. Buying the DVDs is the only way to go.
Published 8 days ago by Don C Gottschalk
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing!!
I became obsessed with this show a few months back and instead of waiting to catch them here and there I just had to have them all at once. Love it.
Published 9 days ago by M Renfro
