As the NCIS season 21 finale approaches, stars Katrina Law and Brian Dietzen are hinting at the rough waters ahead for their characters’ romance. Jessica Knight and Dr. Jimmy Palmer first sparked a romance during season 20, but have hit some speed bumps. The season premiere saw Jessica’s father questioning their relationship, leading to doubts about their future. The upcoming finale will address their issues, with Law sharing that there are many wounded souls on the show still healing from past traumas.
Law hopes that her character, Jessica, will grow from her experiences in season 22 and find her own path. Dietzen teased that viewers can expect more than just romantic drama in the finale, with real mortal danger and emotional challenges ahead for the characters. He hinted that no character is safe in the NCIS world, and there may be unexpected losses that shake up the relationships on the show.
Despite the challenges their characters face on screen, Law and Dietzen have a strong working relationship and enjoy collaborating. Law praised Dietzen’s presence on screen and his ability to be fully present in scenes, making it a joy to work with him. Dietzen also had high praise for Law, highlighting the depth and maturity of the relationship between their characters that focuses on communication rather than typical TV tropes.
Dietzen explained that while classic romantic tropes can work well on TV, NCIS is interested in exploring a more mature and realistic relationship between Jess and Jimmy. Rather than relying on cliches and misunderstandings, the show focuses on how the characters communicate and work through their issues together. The upcoming finale promises to be a poignant and beautiful episode that showcases the talent and chemistry of the cast.
Law and Dietzen’s characters may face challenges in their relationship on screen, but off screen, the actors have a strong bond and mutual respect for each other. They complement each other well in their scenes and enjoy working together to bring depth and authenticity to their characters. Fans can look forward to seeing how Jess and Jimmy navigate the obstacles ahead and whether their relationship can withstand the trials they face.
