In this holiday-themed episode, Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard is attacked by a man who claims to have information about his long-lost half-brother, Nicholas. The investigation leads the NCIS team through Ducky’s past, revealing that his brother, whom he thought had died decades ago, is actually alive and living with Alzheimer's in an assisted living facility. Parallel to this, Bishop and Jake discuss their relationship's future as the holidays approach.
: Fans frequently cite "Spinning Wheel" as one of the most emotional episodes of the series. [S13E11] Spinning Wheel
: Provides a comprehensive look at the Cast & Crew , including the guest actors who played "Young Ducky" (Adam Campbell) and his family members. In this holiday-themed episode, Dr
The search result "[S13E11] Spinning Wheel " refers to the eleventh episode of season 13, which originally aired in December 2015. Episode Summary Parallel to this, Bishop and Jake discuss their
One notable thread on Reddit's NCIS community discusses how this episode serves as a deep dive into Ducky's backstory.
: This blog features a detailed recap and review of the episode, focusing on David McCallum’s performance and the narrative's connection to his earlier career.
: Recent discussions in the NCIS Fan Group celebrate the episode as a "tear-jerker" and praise the casting choices for Ducky's younger self.
