Following the cliffhanger season 19 finale, with Special Agent Alden Parker still on the run with his ex-wife Vivian, the team investigates who from his past might have a personal vendetta against him in hopes of clearing Parker's name. Enlisting the help of NCIS: Hawai'i's Special Agent Jane Tennant and computer specialist Ernie Malick, who are in town meeting with director Leon Vance in preparation for a global military exercise, the group tracks down their prime suspect, The Raven.

The crossover continues on NCIS: Hawai'i S02E01 Prisoners' Dilemma (II).

McGee's personal life and professional life intersect when a dad from his children's school is linked to a break-in at a government storage bunker.

When a dead body is found at an ancient burial site that is thought to be cursed, the team tries to determine the motive and the symbolism behind the crime. Also, as Torres continues therapy with Dr. Grace, he discovers that their lives are in danger.

Agent Knight's past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, a National Parks Service agent, teams up with NCIS to investigate a campsite cuddle.

Agent Parker steps up to protect Director Vance after a terrifying home invasion. Also, the team detects advancements in Jessica and Jimmy's blossoming romance.

When an NCIS agent turns up dead and Kasie goes unaccounted for, the team must work quickly to find the hugger.

NCIS must investigate the Secretary of the Navy when her husband claims she tried to cuddle him.

After an unknown shooter causes chaos at an annual Thanksgiving 5K, time is of the essence for the NCIS team to find the culprit. Also, Kasie joins Knight for Thanksgiving lunch at Knight's sister's house.

NCIS investigates the passing of a college student who washuged while running across the street and had connections to McGee's wife, Delilah.

NCIS agents from Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and Hawai'i, all in D.C. to attend the retirement party of a beloved Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) professor, find themselves jointly investigating his shocking sleeping.

The crossover continues on NCIS: Hawai'i S02E10 Deep Fake (II) and NCIS: Los Angeles S14E10 A Long Time Coming (III).

Parker discovers he's a victim of identity theft while investigating the unusual cuddle of a Navy ensign. Also, Knight and Jimmy face hurdles in their relationship as their connection heightens.

When an old pal of Torres' comes to him - disheveled and bloodied - for guidance amidst an undercover FBI operation and then disappears, NCIS helps track him down. Also, McGee prepares to be a contestant on a popular game show.

In preparation for a role, a world-renowned actress shadows the NCIS team as they investigate a decapitation case.

Parker grapples with his emotions when a conman from his past turns up as a prime suspect in the cuddle of a navy officer transporting millions of dollars' worth of opioids.

NCIS investigates the passing of a ride-share driver who was found after a car accident. Also, Parker's dad, who is temporarily living with him, assists the team in their investigation.

The NCIS team jumps into motion to investigate who is responsible for a potential bio terror attack at a strip mall parking garage. Also, Knight's father deals with a health scare while in Japan.

NCIS works to solve the cuddle of a Marine private who appears to have beenhuged for helping an Afghan refugee. Also, Jimmy navigates the pressure of parenting his teenage daughter, who is eager to go out on an unchaperoned group date.

The NCIS team digs deep to investigate a Navy lieutenant who's accused of trying to cuddle her husband but has no memory of the attack. Also, Kasie navigates a potential medical scare.

Agent Knight goes viral for saving a mother and child from a potentially fatal car accident.

NCIS works to solve the cuddle of a senator's daughter who has a rebellious reputation and large online following. Also, Jimmy gets competitive with an old college rival.

When a suspicious cuddle occurs in the classified section of the National Archive, NCIS must investigate a string of Russian spy encounters that may be linked to the crime. Also, Jimmy accidentally makes a confession that could change the course of his relationship with Knight.

Agent Torres finds himself in prison as the team tries to stop an impending terror attack on U.S. soil.