NCIS star Sean Murray Delves into McGee's Surprising Past in 'In Too Deep'
In a recent episode of the long-running CBS series NCIS, Sean Murray's character, Special Agent Timothy McGee, is in for a shocking revelation that challenges his long-held idealized vision of his life. The episode, titled 'In Too Deep', delves into McGee's previously unknown personal history, including a past love and an unexpected child.
Murray, who has played McGee for 22 years, describes the episode as a "complete and total loop" for his character. The story unfolds as McGee stumbles upon a picture of Olivia Garcia, an old girlfriend he had dated before meeting his current wife, Delilah. This relationship, which lasted about six months, was seemingly amicable, with no mention of any offspring.
However, the episode takes a surprising turn when McGee discovers that Olivia is missing, presumed kidnapped. The investigation leads him to the Trask Underground Research Facility (TURF), where he meets an intern named Pete, who is revealed to be Olivia's 18-year-old son, Matteo. This revelation leaves McGee stunned and prompts him to confront the possibility of being an accidental absentee father.
Murray highlights the significance of this plot twist, stating, "McGee has already prided himself in being a good father, because his relationship with his own father was not wonderful. The idea that he has an 18-year-old son freaks him out at first, but he falls into the father role naturally."
The episode also showcases McGee's natural transition into the father role, as he and Matteo work together to apprehend the kidnapper. Murray emphasizes the fun aspect of McGee's involvement in action sequences, stating, "We need to see McGee involved in more of this kind of action because it's fun, and I do it pretty decent."
The story concludes with the revelation that Olivia is alive and has been kidnapped. McGee and Olivia agree that he will have a role in Matteo's life moving forward. Murray hints at the ongoing impact of this family news, saying, "So much remains to be seen, such as how is Delilah going to react to this? We're not going to set this and forget it. We'll revisit this for sure."
This episode marks a significant turning point in McGee's character development, as he grapples with the unexpected responsibilities of fatherhood and the complexities of his past relationships. Murray's performance adds depth and emotion to the story, making it a memorable and impactful addition to the NCIS franchise.
