NCIS season 20 episode 22 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a high-stakes NCIS operation, Agent Torres goes undercover as a convict to extract information from Yuri, a key figure connected to a planned terrorist attack on the U.S. power grid. The team uncovers a complex plot orchestrated by Yuri's father, Kostya Valkov, and his daughter, who is revealed to be the mastermind behind the cyberattack. As tensions rise in prison, Yuri's suspicion of Torres grows, leading to a dangerous confrontation. The episode climaxes with the NCIS team thwarting the power grid attack and unraveling a deep-rooted family conspiracy, culminating in a personal revelation for Torres.
Full Episode S20E22 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Yuri and what is his significance in the episode?
Yuri is the son of Kostya Valkov, an ex-KGB oligarch involved in a terrorist attack plan. He is a key figure in prison where NCIS tries to extract information from him.
What is the main objective of the NCIS team in this episode?
The NCIS team aims to prevent a terrorist attack on the U.S. power grid, masterminded by Kostya Valkov.
Who is Torres undercover as and why?
Torres is undercover as Emmanuel "Manny" Delgado, a convict in the same prison as Yuri, to gather intelligence about the terrorist attack.
What information does Evelyn Shaw provide to NCIS?
Evelyn Shaw reveals Yuri's bragging about a huge attack planned by his father, Kostya Valkov.
How does the NCIS team discover the attack plan on the U.S. power grid?
The team decodes texts between Yuri and Kostya Valkov, unveiling the plan to target the U.S. power grid and cause a Black Sky event.
What challenges does Torres face in maintaining his undercover identity?
Torres struggles to keep his cover as suspicions arise among Yuri's men, leading to tests of his background and close calls.
What is a Black Sky event as mentioned in the episode?
A Black Sky event refers to a catastrophic scenario where there is a complete breakdown of critical infrastructures, leading to widespread chaos.
Who kills Yuri and why?
Yuri is killed by his own men, possibly under orders from his father, Kostya, to prevent him from revealing details about the terrorist attack.
How is the power grid attack thwarted?
The NCIS team, with the help of white hat hackers, locates and shuts down the host computer responsible for spreading a virus to the power grid.
What is the deeper conspiracy revealed at the end of the episode?
The deeper conspiracy involves Kostya Valkov's daughter, who masterminded the power grid attack in collaboration with her father.