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NCIS: Season Seven |  | Actors: Mark Harmon, Michael Weatherly, Pauley Perrette, David McCallum, Sean Murray
Studio: Paramount
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Format: AC-3, Box set, Color, Dolby, DVD, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: English (Subtitled), English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
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Discs: 6
Running Time: 60 Minutes
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Dimensions (in): 8 x 6.5 x 1
MPN: PARD074994D
UPC: 097360749946
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ASIN: B003Q7B7B0
Release Date: August 24, 2010 (New: Last 30 Days)
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Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 08/24/2010
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"A few months ago, I had not even heard of NCIS," a terrorist remarks in the gripping season opener, "Truth or Consequences," a benchmark episode. Where's he been? NCIS was television's top-rated scripted drama, an impressive achievement for a show in its seventh season. NCIS may not have any Emmys to its credit or generate water cooler buzz, but it's got a devoted fan base who will follow Special Agent Gibbs (Mark Harmon) and the rest of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service wherever their investigations take them. In the brilliantly constructed and executed "Truth or Consequences," it's North Africa, where movie-referencing hunk Special Agent DiNozzo (Michael Weatherly) and McGee (Sean Murray) have been captured while investigating Ziva's disappearance. For uninitiated "probies," this episode serves as a series primer as DiNozzo, tied to a chair and shot up with sodium pentothal, gives a rundown to his captor about the rest of the team and their standing in the NCIS universe. There is considerable comfort to be taken in the show's format. Episodes usually begin with discovery of a shocking and grisly murder, then office banter and byplay until Gibbs announces said crime ("We got a dead marine, grab your gear") and then the labyrinthine investigation leading to an act 4 twist. This isn't Law and Order, where sometimes the guilty walk. This is NCIS and justice is always served. But it's not the crimes; it's the characters that are at the heart of this series' enduring popularity. This season provides Ziva (Cote de Pablo) with an especially satisfying arc as she quits the Mossad to become an actual NCIS agent and studies for her United States citizenship exam. Her will they-won't they romantic tension with DiNozzo simmers satisfactorily over the course of the season. Season 7 comes full circle with Gibbs's capture by Mexican drug cartel leader Paloma Reynosa, seeking revenge for Gibbs's murder of her father. She offers him a career change. "You might as well put a bullet in my head," Gibbs predictably replies. But she ups the ante in an unspeakably bad way that is the stuff season-ending cliffhangers are made of. This DVD contains interesting special features that immerse viewers in the production of the series, from the sound design to the design of Gibbs's house, which is seen for the first time this season. --Donald Liebenson
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NCIS, best show out there :) **MIGHT CONTAIN SPOILERS** June 30, 2010
Marie Edwards (Las Vegas, NV)
90 out of 97 found this review helpful
Ok, now this review might sound strange, BUT.....
I am a late comer to NCIS, for several reasons. Over May, feeling a little under the weather and getting tired of all the stuff I already had on DVD, I bought seasons 1-6...I had only watched the shows in re-runs on USA and had occasionally watched some episodes of season 7 online (I had to cancel my TV service).
WOW....is all I can say. From the pilot (Yankee White) in season 1 to the episode Aaliyah (season 6); this cast/crew has my attention. And, I guess they're going to keep it for a while. The fact it is character driven, to me as a viewer, is more important than story-driven. It's the people we as viewers attach ourselves to, who we learn to love/hate each week. Who we connect with, some for different reasons.
I've had a hate/love relationship with Mark Harmon and his characters through his many projects. Who could forget he played Ted Bundy?
Each character has their own place in our hearts....and this is in no particular order.
As Leroy Jethro Gibbs, Mark Harmon has got my attention. His team is his family, often he gives into their "wild ideas", but he manages to keep them focused, and cares about them; such as seen in season 7's "Flesh and Blood" where at the end, he and DiNozzo share a steak and drink a beer almost like a father & son to show that blood isn't the only thing that connects people as family. Our family are the people we allow into our world, to share our lives with.
Moving on to Ziva David; she's an enigma of sorts. She was a trained assassin, but has come to be such an asset of the team and has provided an interesting glimpse into how our American culture is still mis-understood. She has good instincts, a good heart and I believe she cares about the team as her family, such as in the season 7, episode 1 "Truth and Consequences"; she was prepared to die, she didn't want McGee or DiNozzo to risk their lives for her; though down the road she apologized to DiNozzo and appreciates his efforts in trying to watch out for her, meaning she is learning to adapt, showing we can change what we have turned into.
Timothy McGee has truly come a long way since being a "probie" in seasons 1-2; as far as partners go, I prefer the McGee/DiNozzo pairing. McGee has stepped out from the "geeky" kid he was and can hold his own, thanks to DiNozzo's tricks and taunts. He is still the brains, but he has developed a personality and has the heart of a lion. The little brother who can dish it out as well, if not sometimes, better than taking it.
Abby is still Abby, lol. What can be said about her we don't know. Don't let her clothes fool you. She's excellent in her field. The "little" sister of the family, who displayed such emotion when Ziva was rescued, we thought this was a family. Abby is the perpetual ray of sunshine who, even though science might tell her one thing, is prepared to see the other side.
Moving on to Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard. Where do I start with him? He's the kindly grandfather or uncle in the whole mix and shows us that he has the best/worst job of the team. He sees the worst in humanity with the bodies brought before him, but he always teaches us that the dead do talk to us, though not the way we're used to. He shows care and compassion when doing his job, and he is an essential part of the team. He is thorough in his job and even gives Jethro a few good zings to keep him in place. Ducky reminds us there is always something we don't know and if we're in doubt, keep looking. His stories keep us entertained, but provide some kind of lesson in there.
Director Vance...while a good guy in this, I don't hold to having the "boss" in the mix. He's good, don't get me wrong. I wouldn't be him for the world. Sorry, no knock on the actor, but seriously, most of us don't like our bosses. So he is in the worst position possible, though he tries to make the best of it. And, amazingly he surprises us most of the time. But still, don't like too much of the bureaucrats' involvement.
Let's not forget, one of the key members of this team, and next to Gibbs...last, but not least...
NCIS Very Special (Senior) Agent Anthony DiNozzo. Yes, I know he's a goof-ball to some, but have you ever really observed him? He's the "perfect" guy (at least for this girl, lol)...he has a steady and not too shabby job, a sense of humor, an unparalleled dedication to his co-workers, good looks (very easy on the eyes), romantic, charming..and when he gets down to business, absolutely the best investigator on the team, again, next to Gibbs.
DiNozzo is the eternal "frat boy", but at the same time, I don't think I would get on his bad side. While he might hide behind the face of a clown, DiNozzo has "been there, done that" and it's his sense of humor that holds the balance to sanity with the demands of his job. He's seen the worst of the worst, and the job is stressful, so his goofiness is key to "keeping it together". He can be a bit unconventional, but if he were like Gibbs, he'd be....well Gibbs. DiNozzo also has a soft and kind heart, though he wants to hide it; particularly in "Flesh and Blood" where he paid his father's bill & "Obsession" where his obsession to find the woman led him to call her, and the team was able to figure out what happened. DiNozzo stayed with her until she died, proving he is human after all.
He too has grown up since the first season, but not at the rate he should have, lol. Then again, would we want him to change? I know I don't. And trust me, I was schooled in coming around to being a "DiNozzo Girl". He is who is his, he does his job and if that satisfies Gibbs, we don't question Gibbs.
All in all, this isn't just another "crime procedural/drama". This show goes ABOVE that level. I still love CSI: NY and CSI: Miami, just not as much as NCIS. Gibbs, Ziva, McGee, Abby, Ducky and Tony DiNozzo have become part of our culture and part of our family.
They're still going good at 7 seasons, and at this rate....here is to 7 more (and hopefully more).
I'm glad I only have to wait two months to get it....otherwise we'd have a rule coming up on that one. I can hold off on CSI: NY and Miami (and in that order). But, mess with my NCIS...might have to invoke a GIBBS RULE.
ADDED on 9/8/2010:
As of note; the two-part "starter" episodes of JAG (Ice Queen & Meltdown are what I call a "starter-pilot) they are still "Official" "JAG" episodes as "NCIS" goes...Yankee White can be considered the Pilot as well. Some series do that. Yankee White is still considered as "Episode 1" :)...just as the NCIS: LA Pilot or "starter" episodes are still NCIS :)
NCIS 7 June 29, 2010
Tar Cracker (Florida)
23 out of 27 found this review helpful
Not only will I recommend the 7th season of this show, I recommend the other 6 seasons. When the original pilot was a spin off of JAG, I said that I would not watch this show because Mark Harmon was not one of my favorite actors. But I watch it anyway. So, as I said earlier, I own the first six seasons and have pre-ordered the 7th season. Not only do I like Harmon but the entire cast is the best. This is my number one show on TV.The Mentalist is my number 2. I even watch reruns more than other 1st run shows. The whole cast works so well together. When Kate was killed off I thought that it would really changed the show. But I'm glad to say it didn't. If you haven't watched NCIS, give it a try and I think you will be hooked.
The Best TV Show Of All Time... August 18, 2010
K. Thompson (NSW, Australia)
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
Well, the time has come for Season 7 to be released (less than 1 week to go in fact) so I thought I'd weigh in with my thoughts and opinions.
First, NCIS is the best TV show of all time. I know that over the years there have been some pretty close calls but I have to say, in my opinion, NCIS just edges them out. Being a big fan of the "good wins over bad" type of shows you can see why I love this team. I must admit that I did find M.A.S.H a close 2nd favourite and I do like JAG, CSI (Original instead of spin-off's), Third Watch and Alias etc but NCIS is still Number 1 for me.
Second, this team is amazing. Not only the actors but the director, producer, costume & set design, special effects, sound and vision and especially the writers. I even think that the camera crews and catering and make up - gee, even the cleaning staff deserve a mention. Each person contributes to the show in his or her own way and that's what makes such a lasting impression for the fans. Then you have the dynamic between the actual actors on the screen. I am not such a huge fan of Rocky Carroll but I think that could be because "Director Vance" has been made out to be the bad guy and you kind of have to not like him because of how he's portrayed.
Third, the stories and character development this season has broken the box. I love that no matter what we think of a person at the time, they always manage to surprise us. The Gibb's story line this season especially shows this. The different facets and developing character traits of each member of the team give a depth and believability to them in a way that makes you feel like they COULD be real.
Fourth, I would like to see more of Brian Dietzen (Jimmy Palmer) and his interaction with the other characters. I would be especially interested in seeing the DiNozzo/Palmer relationship. Jimmy became a bit of a sounding board for DiNozzo so I would like to have seen more of that kind of thing. Almost like a behind the scenes on the screen if that makes sense. Plus his relationship with Ducky is priceless. I love the almost jealous relationship he has in the "love triangle" with Abby - if it can be called that for the sake of arguement.
Finally, I would like to see some of the old school stuff that has been lost come back. For example:
* Abby's artwork - has she done any new pieces like those seen in Season 1.
* Also on the subject of Abby, what is happening with Bert her farting hippo etc. The Abby story line is one I'd like to see further developed such as in growing up years or historical reference.
* I would also like to see more of McGee's writing. I know Season 4 pretty much killed that when Landon, a nutcase fan killed people to make it reality but still I thought that was a good facet of McGee.
* I would like to see more of Ziva singing. Perhaps undercover as a singer or something. She did really well with that.
* I want to see Ducky in love. He had such a cute story line when he was with Jordan and I would like to have seen more of that.
OK so now that I've had a chance to vent my spleen, I'll go and continue counting down the days to the release date. My biggest problem is that because I live in Australia, I also have to wait for the discs to be shipped overseas. I'm kind of hoping that someone somewhere would take pity on us and let it out just a little earlier... well one can hope. I'm just thankful I have a multi-region DVD or I'd be screwed!
Let me just say finally that if you have never seen NCIS and want to know if it's worth buying the discs, I can honestly tell you that it would be one of the best shows you can buy. If you do a marathon run with it, you fall in love with the characters and feel their highs and lows intermingled with interesting, bizarre and sometimes shocking story lines. Do yourself a favour and check it out.
Thanks, Kat
PS If you don't like something I have written here, please don't bother sending me nasty messages as the thoughts stated here are my opinions only and while you might not agree, you can't change how I think. Just leave each to his own. Many thanks.
Still Going Strong... August 18, 2010
D. S. Thurlow (Alaska)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
"NCIS: Season Seven" is the DVD collection for the 2009-2010 TV episodes. This unusually good franchise mixes drama and humor with an ensemble returning cast headed by Mark Harmon as veteran NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs.
At the end of Season Six, Mossad agent Ziva David (Cote de Pablo) was taken captive by terrorists somewhere in East Africa after leaving Gibbs' team. Season Seven opens with a suspenseful rescue mission organized by her former partner Tony DiNozzo (Michael Weatherly). A connecting thread through the first half of the season will be the painful reintegration of Ziva into the team, including her reconciliation with Tony.
A highlight of the season will be a mission for Tony and Ziva to escort a witness back from Paris. There is drama on the flight, and a certain mystery as to what may have happened in Paris.
Another highlight is a guest appearance by veteran actor Robert Wagner, perfectly cast as DiNozzo's father, in a murder case that reveals much about Tony's background.
In the last half of the season, a persistent and obnoxious female defense lawyer becomes a temptation and a threat to Gibbs. Forensic expert Abby's (Pauley Parrette) involvment in a Mexican cold case triggers a deadly conspiracy against Gibbs that may have fateful consequences for the whole team.
"NCIS: Season Seven" is very strongly recommended to fans of the series and to TV viewers looking for a polic procedural with a military twist.
Best Drama August 30, 2010
E. K. Moseley (AZ USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
NCIS is by far a not miss drama. There is great story line and cast stories. You can tune in now for one episode and you are hooked. It is for every age group.
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