[s5e11] Iron Curtain Rising Review

: Detective Marty Deeks is visibly struggling without his partner. He is described as feeling "lost" and not adjusting well to the solo mission.

: The episode explores the friction between catching a monster and the bureaucratic "iron curtain" of political red tape. [S5E11] Iron Curtain Rising

In the high-stakes world of , Season 5, Episode 11, titled " Iron Curtain Rising ," serves as a pivot point for both its intense tactical plot and deep emotional shifts within the team. Airing originally on December 10, 2013, the episode masterfully blends a decades-old hunt for a war criminal with the personal struggles of a team forced apart. The Mission: A Ghost from the Past : Detective Marty Deeks is visibly struggling without

Review: NCISLA “Iron Curtain Rising” (S5E11) - wikiDeeks In the high-stakes world of , Season 5,

: The absence of Kensi causes a ripple effect. Sam Hanna shows a newfound appreciation for Deeks’ feelings, while Callen appears slightly resentful or jealous of the attention Sam is suddenly giving him. Episode Highlights & Themes

: As the team closes in, Hetty reports that the Secretary of the Navy (SecNav) has ordered NCIS to disengage from the case. Despite this, Callen, Sam, and Deeks choose to disobey orders to ensure Zevlos does not escape justice again. The Emotional Core: A Team Divided