: Kilbride shares a rare, vulnerable moment with Deeks, reflecting on his own failed relationship with his son and the sacrifices he made for his career. Cast and Crew Director : Rick Tunell. Writers : Matt Klafter and Indira G. Wilson. Main Cast :
: Sam debates selling his beloved boat and spends much of the episode paired with Vostanik Sabatino , showcasing a comedic "buddy-cop" dynamic. "NCIS: Los Angeles" Hard for the Money(2022)
: Deeks faces significant stress from a strict social worker as he and Kensi navigate the grueling process of becoming foster parents. : Kilbride shares a rare, vulnerable moment with
The episode follows the NCIS team as they investigate the murder of a woman employed in the Navy's missile defense program. The investigation reveals a connection to stolen Navy missile technology, leading the team into a web of corporate espionage and national security threats. Wilson
Filmed at in Hollywood, this episode is part of the penultimate season of the series. Critics and fans noted the episode's focus on character-driven subplots—specifically the foster parenting journey and Kilbride's backstory—over the central investigative procedural. "NCIS: Los Angeles" Hard for the Money (TV Episode 2022)