The episode pokes fun at McGee’s writing, especially when the team discovers he gave his Gibbs-inspired character a love interest who is an Army Lieutenant Colonel—strikingly similar to Gibbs' real-life romantic interest at the time, Lt. Col. Hollis Mann. Where to Watch
The culprit is revealed to be Landon , the guy from McGee’s local coffee shop. He became obsessed with the book and believed he was "protecting" the McGee character. Watch NCIS S04E (20)
The climax takes place at a convent where Abby is staying. Landon, believing Abby is the "villain" from the book who must be stopped to save McGee, holds her at gunpoint. The episode pokes fun at McGee’s writing, especially
You can currently stream "Cover Story" on Paramount+ or purchase it on platforms like Apple TV . Where to Watch The culprit is revealed to
The 20th episode of Season 4, titled " Cover Story ," is a fan-favorite that dives into the secret life of Agent Timothy McGee as a best-selling novelist. The Plot: Life Imitates Art