A CHILLING CRIME SCENE
When an anonymous tip leads to the discovery of a young Marine’s body at a chilling crime scene, Randy believes it could be connected to a previous case where a coin was left in the victim’s throat.
Meanwhile, Franks tries to track down priceless packages meant for his brother, Mason (guest star Philip Winchester).
With a story from Gina Lucita Monreal & Ryan Lee & Rafael Samano, and a teleplay from Ryan Lee & Rafael Samano, “Happy Birthday” was directed by Lionel Coleman.
It airs Tuesday, Nov. 18 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+
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NCIS: ORIGINS
“Happy Birthday” – When an anonymous tip leads to the discovery of a young Marine’s body at a chilling crime scene, Randy believes it could be connected to a previous case where a coin was left in the victim’s throat. Also, Franks tries to track down priceless packages meant for his brother, Mason (guest star Philip Winchester), on NCIS: ORIGINS, Tuesday, Nov. 18 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. Pictured (L-R): Austin Stowell as Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Photo: Erik Voake/CBS ©2025 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.








