Let’s meet the new cast of “Sydney,” the newest spinoff of “NCIS,” which is making its way to Australia. NCIS: Sydney, the newest installment in the NCIS series, transports viewers to the energetic streets of Australia and introduces a fresh cast of intriguing people. The core of this spinoff will be tensions and teamwork, with a combination of well-known characters committed to justice and newcomers who each offer a special spark to the prestigious series.
This is a close-up look at the cast of the newest NCIS spinoff, with the series debut quickly approaching.
Showrunner Morgan O’Neill breaks down the team leaders of ‘NCIS: Sydney’
NCIS: Sydney is bringing fans of the show on a tour to Australia. Showrunner Morgan O’Neill talked about the new squad and what viewers might anticipate seeing in the first half of the season in an interview with TV Insider. Two strong leaders, Australian Federal Police Sergeant Jim “JD” Dempsey (Todd Lasance) and NCIS Special Agent Michelle Mackey (Olivia Swann), are leading Sydney.
Mackey, once a Marine Corps helicopter pilot, is known for her fiery leadership and uncompromising approach to crime-solving. Her reputation as a tough, instinct-driven investigator often makes her a challenging colleague, but there’s no question about her effectiveness.
JD, her second-in-command, finds himself in a unique position of steering Mackey’s maverick tendencies for the good of the team. As O’Neill explained, their initial interactions are a headstrong clash of wills, with each asserting their authority and control over investigations. This power struggle is at the heart of the show’s drama, set against the backdrop of cross-jurisdictional naval crimes that blur the lines of legal authority.
Viewers will see how their relationship develops from difficult beginnings to a strong collaboration as the series goes on. The foundation of a family, which is essential to the NCIS culture, is mirrored in that progress.
As you’ll see in the first episode, they really do butt heads, so yes, at first they do clash a little bit, she admitted. “So, at first, they come together like bulls, and it’s exciting to watch how they solve those problems.”
Here’s a look at the rest of the team in the new ‘NCIS’ spinoff ‘Sydney’
O’Neill talked candidly about the other members of the NCIS: Sydney team in addition to the core cast. The other members of the team possess equally intriguing personalities that might infuse new life into the franchise. An NCIS Special Agent named DeShawn Jackson (Sean Sagar) has an insatiable curiosity for Australia’s diverse cultural landscape. His curious demeanor and American viewpoint reveal fascinating facets of the show’s backdrop.
The Australian liaison officer Evie Cooper (Tuuli Narkle), with her tart demeanor and lighthearted prodding, adds a lively dimension to the team. The banter-filled interaction between the actors, which is fueled by their innate chemistry, is both genuine and enjoyable to watch.
In contrast to these vibrant characters, the show introduces Bluebird “Blue” Gleeson (Mavournee Hazel), a young forensic scientist battling imposter syndrome. Her inexperience is matched only by her talent, creating a compelling narrative of growth and self-discovery alongside the seasoned Doc Roy (William McInnes). Roy is a forensic pathologist with a hidden emotional depth. As the series unfolds, their evolving relationship symbolizes the show’s exploration of family dynamics.
When it came to creating the characters, O’Neill acknowledged the creative hurdles faced when expanding a renowned series, emphasizing the importance of originality:
“The challenge when you’re creating another iteration of such a famous franchise is that you don’t want to repeat characters. You don’t want to just take the cookie-cutter version of something and make it your own.”
NCIS: Sydney airs Mondays on CBS.