NCIS season 16 episode 2 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "NCIS 16x02 - Love Thy Neighbor," the team investigates a body found in a hot tub, initially suspected to be a Navy Lieutenant named Davis Mooney. The case takes a turn when Mooney's book about a serial killer, "The Dentist," becomes central to the investigation. Suspicion falls on various neighbors as secrets and tensions within the community surface. The shocking twist reveals the killer to be Kenna Reynolds, a seemingly ordinary soccer mom. The episode explores themes of hidden identities and the complexities of human nature, culminating in the arrest of Reynolds and personal reflections by Torres and Bishop.
Full Episode S16E02 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the title of the NCIS episode summarized?
NCIS 16x02 "Love Thy Neighbor."
Who is suspected to be the dead body found in the hot tub?
Navy Lieutenant Davis Mooney.
What was Davis Mooney focusing on before his death?
Writing a book.
Who is "The Dentist" in the context of this episode?
A serial killer known for extracting teeth from victims, central to Mooney's book.
What significant discovery does the NCIS team make related to the case?
A box of teeth presumed to belong to The Dentist's victims.
Who is revealed to be the serial killer known as The Dentist?
Kenna Reynolds, a neighbor and soccer mom.
What personal item of Torres gets damaged?
His favorite sunglasses.
Why does the NCIS team suspect a robbery gone wrong initially?
Mooney's place was found ransacked, and his laptop and home surveillance DVR were missing.
How do Torres and Bishop end up in a bar fight?
They were trying to blow off steam when confronted by aggressive locals.
What is the community's perception of Davis Mooney?
He was seen as a reserved individual who kept to himself.
Who assists the NCIS team in the investigation?
Various neighbors provide insights and theories about the case.
What does Mooney's ex-wife reveal about his book?
It was about a string of unsolved murders by The Dentist.
How is Kenna Reynolds connected to the murders?
She lived in close proximity to two of the victims and had a collection of their teeth.
What does the team speculate about Mooney's involvement with The Dentist?
They consider whether Mooney might have been The Dentist, using his book to divert suspicion.
How does the episode end?
With the arrest of Kenna Reynolds and Torres and Bishop reflecting on kindness and loss.
