NCIS: Origins: Adam Campbell's Young Ducky Will Return In Season 3 — What Brings The Medical Examiner Back

After making a brief appearance in Season 2, Young Ducky is back and better than ever in Season 3 of NCIS: Origins. Mariel Molino reprises his role as the young medical examiner who captivated audiences with his charm and skills.

According to Adam Campbell, who plays the adult Donald 'Ducky' Mallard, Young Ducky is back in Season 3 due to a case that requires his unique expertise. While he couldn't reveal too much, Campbell hinted that this time around, Ducky will be part of a complex investigation that will challenge the team's skills.

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What's Behind Young Ducky's Return?

Young Ducky's return is also expected to bring back memories for fans of the original 'NCIS.' As Campbell noted, this season will show how Gibbs and Ducky formed their close bond over time. This reunion is sure to be a highlight of the season.

With Young Ducky on board, expect a new wave of mysteries to hit the team. As Campbell teased, 'he comes into a case this year in a way that he hasn't in his previous two episodes.' Fans can look forward to seeing how Ducky's skills will be utilized to solve this complex case.

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Adam Campbell's return also brings closure to fans who were eager to see Young Ducky again. Molino has been praised for his portrayal of the beloved character, and fans can't wait to see what this season has in store for him.

A Bond Rekindled

What are you hoping to see from Young Ducky in "NCIS: Origins" Season 3?

And what are your predictions for the mysterious circumstances that leads to his "popping up"?

Good news, "NCIS: Origins" fans: Young Ducky (played "NCIS: Origins" star Mariel Molino posted a video of the beloved medical examiner on set of the CBS drama on Monday evening, and his return as a recurring character was confirmed to TVLine North.

"I'm really excited about it," North informed TVLine, adding that Young Ducky's presence in Season 3 will allow fans to see how the close bond formed between Mark Harmon's Gibbs and David McCallum's Ducky came to be on "NCIS." Campbell appeared in two Season 2 episodes of "NCIS: Origins," but his storyline was wrapped in each with a neat bow — there were no obvious, ongoing storylines to hint at a possible return to Pendleton. So what exactly brings Young Ducky back into mix in Season 3?