NCIS: ORIGINS Recap: Season 2 Episode 12 'The Gambler'

Mary Jo reconnects with an old friend from Atlantic City to investigate the deaths of two Marines.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 5:36am

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In the latest episode of NCIS: ORIGINS, the NCIS Regional Director tries to transfer Mary Jo, prompting her to reconnect with an old friend from Atlantic City to help investigate the roadside deaths of two Marines. Meanwhile, the team deals with new office policies, including disclosing interoffice relationships.

Why it matters

This episode explores the personal lives of the NCIS team members and the challenges they face with new workplace regulations, while also delving into a mysterious case involving the deaths of two Marines.

The details

When the two Marines are found dead in an apparent case of road rage, Mary Jo reaches out to an old friend from Atlantic City to assist with the investigation. Meanwhile, the NCIS Regional Director has implemented new policies, including requiring employees to disclose any interoffice relationships. This leads to some awkward revelations among the team members.

  • The episode aired on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
  • The two Marines were killed on their way back from a cross-country journey from New Jersey.

The players

Mary Jo

An NCIS agent who reconnects with an old friend from Atlantic City to help investigate the deaths of the two Marines.

Dalton Basement

A co-worker of Mary Jo's who has a crush on her and the two have been secretly dating.

Diane

Gibbs' wife, who has taken a job in Los Angeles but plans to return to town on the weekends to maintain their marriage.

NCIS Regional Director Barrett

The NCIS Regional Director who has implemented new policies, including requiring employees to disclose interoffice relationships.

Gail

An NCIS agent who discloses that she slept with JJ after thinking she was going to die.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.