The episode was directed by Tony Wharmby and written by George Schenck and Frank Cardea.
Tony is skeptical of his father's sudden presence and "new" lifestyle, suspecting he might be up to his old tricks or struggling financially.
A murder investigation involving a high-tech security device and the personal dynamics of the DiNozzo family. 2. Case Summary [S10E10] You Better Watch Out
A significant portion of the episode focuses on (played by Robert Wagner) visiting his son for Christmas.
Fans generally praise this episode for its balance of a technical "whodunnit" case with the heartfelt, often complicated relationship between the two DiNozzos. It is frequently cited as one of the series' better holiday specials due to Robert Wagner's charismatic performance. NCIS - Aired Order - All Seasons - TheTVDB.com The episode was directed by Tony Wharmby and
Upon its initial airing on CBS , the episode was a ratings success, drawing in nearly 19.6 million viewers. 5. Critical Reception
The episode features holiday decorations throughout the NCIS office and explores the team's various holiday plans (or lack thereof). It is frequently cited as one of the
The episode is the 10th episode of the 10th season of the long-running police procedural series NCIS . Originally aired on December 18, 2012, it serves as a Christmas-themed episode featuring the return of Tony DiNozzo’s father.