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Mark Harmon is returning to the NCIS franchise through the prequel series NCIS: Origins, and attention has turned to how actor Austin Stowell, who takes on the young Leroy Jethro Gibbs role, felt about sharing the character's legacy with Harmon. Entertainment coverage, including from Movieguide, highlights Stowell's comments on working alongside Harmon's continued involvement. The story points to ongoing fan interest in the long-running CBS franchise and its new chapter.