NCIS: Hawai'i season 1 episode 21 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Petty Officer Kendall Wells, a Navy weatherman and actor, is found murdered at a theater, sparking an NCIS investigation. The team uncovers his involvement in secret government training videos and links his death to similar killings. Special Agent Boone temporarily joins the team, while Kai Holman investigates a friend's criminal activities. Jane Tennant and black ops contractor Charlie 1 pursue the killer, Harom, to a safe house in Mexico, where they protect the architect of safe houses, Duggy Atwater, and capture Harom.

Full Episode S01E21 Recap

### Opening Scene: Tran's Food Place - Kai Holman and Tran have a friendly exchange at Tran's food place. - They discuss the closure of Margaux's and the difficulty of running a business. - Tran reveals a new espresso machine, indicating efforts to attract tourists. ### Crime Scene: Theater - NCIS team investigates the murder of Petty Officer Kendall Wells, a Navy weatherman and actor, at a theater. - The team finds Wells was strangled with a fly wire and had defensive wounds. - Team interviews theater actors, learning about Wells' recent odd behavior and speculation about his involvement in a secret movie project. ### NCIS Office - Special Agent Boone joins the team temporarily, filling in for Agent Lucy. - Autopsy results show Wells was tortured before his death. - The team discovers Wells' secret project involved top-secret clearance. - Kai Holman discusses a personal investigation into AJ Hale's suspected criminal activities. ### Investigation into Wells' Secret Project - The team learns Wells participated in top-secret government training videos. - They connect his murder to Angela Pettis, another actor in the videos who was killed similarly. - Investigating director Lennox Kay's house leads to finding his dead body and encountering Charlie 1, a black ops contractor. ### Deepening Investigation - Charlie 1 reveals a connection to a mercenary named Harom, who he trained in the past. - Jane Tennant and Charlie 1 form an uneasy alliance to track down Harom. - Jane's personal life is briefly touched upon, showing her concern for her son, Alex. ### In Mexico: Safe House - Tennant and Charlie 1 travel to Mexico, following leads to a safe house. - They encounter Duggy Atwater, the architect of safe houses, and realize he is Harom's target. - Harom and his men attack the safe house, leading to a tense standoff. - Tennant and Charlie 1 work together to protect Duggy and ultimately capture Harom. ### Conclusion: Aftermath - The team wraps up the case, with Tennant and Charlie 1 reflecting on their partnership and personal traits. - Kai Holman faces a personal dilemma as his father is implicated in AJ Hale's criminal activities. - The episode ends with Jane Tennant returning home, tired but successful in her mission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Kai Holman?

Kai Holman is a character interacting with Tran at his food place, discussing business and local issues.

What case is the NCIS team investigating?

The team investigates the murder of Petty Officer Kendall Wells, a Navy weatherman and actor, found strangled at a theater.

What unusual behavior did Kendall Wells exhibit before his death?

Wells showed up late to rehearsals and mentioned working on a secret project, speculated to be a movie.

Who joins the NCIS team temporarily?

Special Agent Boone joins the team temporarily, filling in for Agent Lucy.

What did the autopsy of Kendall Wells reveal?

The autopsy showed Wells was tortured before death, with burn marks from a cattle prod or stun gun.

Who is Charlie 1?

Charlie 1 is a black ops contractor who encounters the NCIS team during their investigation.

What connection does Charlie 1 have to the case?

Charlie 1 reveals a connection to Harom, a mercenary he trained, who is implicated in the murders connected to the case.

What personal investigation is Kai Holman conducting?

Kai Holman is investigating AJ Hale for suspected criminal activities, including money laundering through local businesses.

Where do Jane Tennant and Charlie 1 go to find Harom?

They travel to a safe house in Mexico to track down Harom.

Who is Duggy Atwater?

Duggy Atwater is the architect of safe houses and becomes a target for Harom.

What is the outcome of the standoff at the safe house in Mexico?

Tennant and Charlie 1 successfully protect Duggy Atwater and capture Harom.

How does the episode end for Kai Holman?

Kai Holman discovers his father's potential involvement with AJ Hale's criminal activities.

What is the relationship between Tennant and Charlie 1?

Tennant and Charlie 1 have a professional relationship with underlying tension and mutual respect.

NCIS: Hawai'i season 1 episode 21

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