NCIS: Origins Season 1 Finale Leaves Major Cliffhanger Amid Turmoil

The season 1 finale of NCIS: Origins centers on the fallout from the murder of Pedro Hernandez, forcing Gibbs to confront his actions and putting team loyalties to the test. A critical moment arises when Lala claims responsibility alongside Gibbs for the killing, convincing investigator Lara Macy to let the matter rest. As Lala rushes to inform Gibbs of her actions, she gets into a severe car accident while swerving to avoid a child, leaving her fate uncertain. Showrunners and actors have declined to confirm whether Lala survives, but they emphasize the event will have major repercussions for Gibbs in the future. The episode also explores unresolved relationships and introduces characters significant to Gibbs’ later life, while leaving viewers with a dramatic cliffhanger heading into season 2.