The episode was directed by Tony Wharmby and written by George Schenck and Frank Cardea.
Fans generally praise this episode for its balance of a technical "whodunnit" case with the heartfelt, often complicated relationship between the two DiNozzos. It is frequently cited as one of the series' better holiday specials due to Robert Wagner's charismatic performance. NCIS - Aired Order - All Seasons - TheTVDB.com [S10E10] You Better Watch Out
The NCIS team investigates the death of , a civilian contractor found dead in his apartment. The investigation quickly shifts from a standard murder to a matter of national security when it is discovered that Murphy was in possession of a high-tech tracking device stolen from the Department of Defense. The episode was directed by Tony Wharmby and
Upon its initial airing on CBS , the episode was a ratings success, drawing in nearly 19.6 million viewers. 5. Critical Reception NCIS - Aired Order - All Seasons - TheTVDB
The team eventually discovers that the murder was part of a larger heist involving "The Global Positioning System" (GPS) technology. The culprit is revealed to be someone close to the victim who intended to sell the classified tech on the black market.