The highly-anticipated NCIS: Origins series has secured another talented addition to its cast, with Kyle Schmid stepping into the role of special agent Mike Franks. Schmid joins the previously announced stars Austin Stowell and Mariel Molina in the upcoming drama, set to premiere in the 2024-25 season as a prequel to CBS’s long-standing military procedural NCIS.
In this prequel, set in 1991, Stowell portrays a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs, with Mark Harmon’s narration guiding viewers through Gibbs’s early career as a newly appointed special agent at the NCIS Camp Pendleton office.
Schmid’s character, Mike Franks, is depicted as a proud Texan with a cowboy persona, embodying leadership qualities and a relentless pursuit of justice.
Described as a born leader with a strong moral compass, Franks is known for his unyielding determination to uphold justice by any means necessary. Schmid’s portrayal of this iconic character promises to bring depth and authenticity to the series.
With an impressive resume including leading roles in various television dramas such as the History Channel’s Six, BBC America’s Copper, and Syfy’s Being Human, Schmid brings a wealth of experience to the table. His versatility as an actor, coupled with his commitment to character development, makes him an ideal choice for the role of Mike Franks.
NCIS: Origins is helmed by executive producers Mark Harmon, Sean Harmon, Gina Lucia Monreal, and David North, with Monreal and North serving as co-showrunners. CBS Studios is behind the production of the series, which is poised to offer fans an intriguing glimpse into the early days of their beloved NCIS universe.
As anticipation builds for the premiere of NCIS: Origins, fans can expect a captivating narrative filled with compelling characters and thrilling twists, anchored by Schmid’s portrayal of the legendary Mike Franks.
