Bones: Season 9

2013 · 24 episodes · ★ 7.3

What Season 9 of Bones

The season opens with Brennan and Booth facing a relationship that is moving toward marriage, but Pelant has left a rift between her and Stand, who must decide what he wants. The Jeffersonian team keeps examining human remains while powerful enemies and past wounds weigh on everyone once again. Sweets, who is taking time away from the FBI, and Cam are dealing with their own problems. Booth and Brennan try to hold on to what matters most while conspiracies and secrets cross their path. The cases remain the driving force of each episode, but personal relationships take center stage this season.

24episodes

Sep 16, 2013premiered

May 19, 2014latest episode

17.2 hrtotal runtime

Season 9 Episodes

9x01 The Secrets in the Proposal
Sep 16, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 6.4
The Jeffersonian team investigates the murder of Jason Siedel, an accountant for the state department, whose remains were found in a hotel air conditioning unit. When Booth finds his old army buddy and CIA agent, Danny Beck, clearing away evidence at the victim's condo, he begins to realize that Siedel's murder could yield more suspects than the team had anticipated. Booth also seeks out Aldo Clemens, his friend and an ex-priest from their military days together, to get advice on his relationship with Brennan, now that Pelant has put a wedge between them. Meanwhile, Brennan must decide whether to have faith in Booth or to end her relationship with him.
Directed by Ian Toynton · Written by Stephen Nathan, Hart Hanson · Starring Carla Gallo, Patricia Belcher, John Hartmann, Lucy Walters
9x02 The Cheat in the Retreat
Sep 23, 2013 · 42 min · ★ 7.4
The Jeffersonian team investigates the murder of Adam Pak, a management consultant whose remains were found being eaten by bobcats. When evidence leads the team to a marriage retreat site, Brennan and Booth go undercover as previous personas "Roxie" and "Tony" to try to find more evidence. While at the retreat, Brennan and Booth meet fellow married couple Bill and Evelyn Schumacher, whose relationship seems a little too perfect.
Directed by Alex Chapple · Written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll · Starring Carrie Wiita, Yancey Arias, John Ratzenberger, Millicent Martin
9x03 El Carnicero en el Coche
Sep 30, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 7.0
The Jeffersonian team investigates the murder of Jamie Delcampo, a member of the Estrellas Locas gang, whose remains were found in a burnt out car. Meanwhile, having taken time off from the FBI in the wake of Pelant's latest assault on the team, Sweets ultimately decides to help with the investigation when he discovers that a young boy from the center where he volunteers is the son of one of the gang members.
Directing: Ian Toynton · Writing: Jonathan Collier, Dean Lopata · Starring: Patricia Belcher, Michael Grant Terry, Aline Elasmar, Felix Avitia
9x04 The Sense in the Sacrifice
Oct 7, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 6.8
The team devises a plan to use a donated cadaver to draw out Pelant; Sweets returns to work and believes Agent Flynn isn't who he seems.
Directed by Kate Woods · Written by Jonathan Collier · Starring Patricia Belcher, Robert Curtis Brown, Brooks Darnell, Mather Zickel
9x05 The Lady on the List
Oct 14, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
The team investigates the murder of a high school principal who was dying of cancer; Brennan and Booth plan their wedding; a virtual profiling system threatens Sweets' job.
Directed by Chad Lowe · Written by Pat Charles · Starring Rebecca McFarland, Patrick Heusinger, Kristen Ariza, Steven Eckholdt
9x06 The Woman in White
Oct 21, 2013 · 44 min · ★ 7.9
The Jeffersonian team investigates the murder of Nancy Handelman, whose body was discovered at the time of Brennan and Booth's wedding rehearsal. When the case becomes more serious than the team anticipated, Cam and Angela do everything in their power to keep the details of the investigation from Brennan in order to ensure that she will stay focused on her big day. Tensions run high when unfortunate events occur to stall the wedding temporarily, and Max comes to town with a suspicious duffle bag full of money.
Directed by Kevin Hooks · Written by Karine Rosenthal · Starring Joel David Moore, Ryan O'Neal, Carla Gallo, Eugene Byrd
9x07 The Nazi on the Honeymoon
Nov 4, 2013 · 44 min · ★ 7.3
Unable to relax on their honeymoon, Booth and Brennan decide to help a local detective solve the murder of a Nazi war criminal; Hodgins and Angela look after Christine.
Directed by Jeannot Szwarc · Written by Dave Thomas · Starring Eugene Byrd, Angela Alvarado, Joaquim de Almeida, Lucila Solá
9x08 The Dude in the Dam
Nov 11, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 6.7
The team suspects that a man who made his money donating sperm was killed by a recipient who learned his records were inaccurate; Brennan enters a feud with a fellow author (Nora Dunn).
Directed by Kevin Hooks · Written by Kathy Reichs, Kerry Reichs · Starring Michael Grant Terry, Boti Bliss, Jeanette Brox, Ian Kahn
9x09 The Fury in the Jury
Nov 15, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 7.7
A key witness turns up dead in a case for which Brennan is a juror, so the team works to discover what has happened.
Directed by: Dwight H. Little · Written by: Karen Wyscarver, Sanford Golden · Starring: Carla Gallo, Sara Mornell, Ben Lawson, Margo Harshman
9x10 The Mystery in the Meat
Nov 22, 2013 · 44 min · ★ 7.6
The Jeffersonian team investigates the murder of a food scientist whose remains were tossed in a meat grinder and mixed into cans of stew served in a school cafeteria. When the team uncovers the scientist's newest - and highly lucrative - food invention, they also track the trail of jealous competitors in the multi-million dollar food industry. Meanwhile, Angela plans a post-wedding bachelorette party for Brennan, which gets crazier than intended.
Directed by Tim Southam · Written by Michael Peterson · Starring Carla Gallo, Patricia Belcher, Rizwan Manji, Jen Drohan
9x11 The Spark in the Park
Dec 6, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 6.5
The Jeffersonian team investigates the murder of a nationally ranked gymnast, whose remains were hit by lightning and scattered throughout a public park. Although evidence points to a fellow gymnast as the key suspect, Brennan and Booth discover the victim was leading a double life. Meanwhile, Booth gets upset when Brennan shows surprising empathy for the victim's father, and Cam confronts the woman who stole her identity.
Directed by Chad Lowe · Written by Emily Silver · Starring Steve Monroe, Mark Derwin, McKinley Freeman, Cherami Leigh
9x12 The Ghost in the Killer
Jan 10, 2014 · 44 min · ★ 7.6
The team investigates when the remains of a girl who died 18 years earlier are delivered to Brennan and Booth's house; Brennan dreams about Pelant.
Directed by Allison Liddi-Brown · Written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll · Starring Chad Donella, Eugene Byrd, Kelly Rutherford, Mitchell Fink
9x13 Big in the Philippines
Jan 17, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
The Jeffersonian team investigates the death of Colin Haynes, a struggling country music singer whose remains were found in a shallow grave. When the team learns about the victim's music career, it leads them to his record label, which, they discover, was deceitful in its dealings with him. Meanwhile, squintern Wendall Bray breaks his arm during a hockey game and Brennan takes a closer look at his injuries, only to discover some shocking news.
Directing: David Boreanaz · Writing: Keith Foglesong · Starring: Michael Grant Terry, Jamie Anne Allman, Robert Baker, Jon Jon Briones
9x14 The Master in the Slop
Jan 24, 2014 · 44 min · ★ 8.0
When the team discovers a renowned chess master in pig slop, Sweets goes under cover in the chess world; a science magazine honors Cam; Dr. Douglas Filmore fills in as lab intern.
Directed by Dwight H. Little · Written by Dave Thomas · Starring Jo Mei, Marina Benedict, Joe Ford, Scott Lowell
9x15 The Heiress in the Hill Mid-Season Finale
Jan 31, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 7.6
The Jeffersonian team investigates the murder of Lauren Frank, a kidnap victim whose remains were found buried at a park. But when they discover the unhappy relationship that Lauren had with her stepmother, the team starts to think the killer was someone closer to the girl than expected. Meanwhile, Hodgins uncovers a shocking secret about his family and Brennan and Booth face a common couples dilemma - whether to co-mingle their funds.
Directing: Milan Cheylov · Writing: Dean Lopata · Starring: Joel David Moore, Jonno Roberts, John Getz, Ana Alexander
9x16 The Source in the Sludge
Mar 10, 2014 · 42 min · ★ 7.1
When a CIA informant is found murdered, Booth and CIA Agent Danny Beck (guest star Freddie Prinze Jr.) must work together to track down an Afghani terrorist. Meanwhile, Brennan wants to work more closely with Booth in the field, and the duo must confront the implications of what that means to their family.
Directed by: Ian Toynton · Written by: Jonathan Collier · Starring: Carla Gallo, Patricia Belcher, Chris Browning, Homie Doroodian
9x17 The Repo Man in the Septic Tank
Mar 17, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 7.2
When the remains of a repo man are found in a septic tank, the team learns he had a troubled past; a forensic anthropologist (Ignacio Serricchio) who has defected from Cuba needs an internship.
Directed by Jeffrey Walker · Written by Michael Peterson · Starring Dendrie Taylor, Kevin E. West, Shahine Ezell, Chris Coy
9x18 The Carrot in the Kudzu
Mar 24, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 6.8
When an actor known for playing a popular character on a kids' TV show is murdered, unexpected suspects are discovered; Brennan and Booth plan a party for Christine's birthday; Clark asks for opinions on his novel.
Directed by: Rob Hardy · Written by: Karen Wyscarver, Sanford Golden · Starring: Ryan O'Neal, Eugene Byrd, Kellee Stewart, Jonathan Chase
9x19 The Turn in the Urn
Mar 31, 2014 · 42 min · ★ 6.8
When a wealthy artifact collector walks into his own funeral, the team must determine the real identity of the deceased; Finn's new hot sauce venture is making big money.
Directed by Tim Southam · Written by Pat Charles · Starring Luke Kleintank, John Sloan, Joanna Pacuła, Christie Burson
9x20 The High in the Low
Apr 7, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
The remains of a former art student are found in a log in a forest; Wendell returns after beginning cancer treatments; Booth prepares for an FBI competency test.
Directed by: Anne Renton · Written by: Keith Foglesong · Starring: Michael Grant Terry, P.J. Boudousqué, Larry Sullivan, Roshawn Franklin
9x21 The Cold in the Case
Apr 14, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 6.5
The team investigates the death of a woman whose body was cryogenically frozen before being dumped in a swamp; Cam is nervous to meet Arastoo's parents; Booth is up for a promotion.
Directed by Milan Cheylov · Written by Emily Silver · Starring Chris McGarry, Kate Orsini, Braeden Marcott, Myk Watford
9x22 The Nail in the Coffin
Apr 21, 2014 · 42 min · ★ 7.7
When the remains of a woman from a wealthy family are found in a national park, the team thinks she may be a victim of the Ghost Killer; Booth's career might be in for some changes.
Directed by Ian Toynton · Written by Dean Lopata · Starring Eugene Byrd, Patricia Belcher, Jeff Hayenga, Eileen Grubba
9x23 The Drama in the Queen
May 12, 2014 · 44 min · ★ 7.1
When the head swim coach of a community college is found dead at the bottom of the well, possible suspects think he may have been having an affair; Sweets covers for Booth in the investigation as Booth prepares for a congressional subcommittee.
Directed by Jeannot Szwarc · Written by Megan McNamara · Starring Laura Spencer, Madeleine McGraw, Christian Gehring, Shawn Ryan
9x24 The Recluse in the Recliner Season Finale
May 19, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
The team investigates the death of a man who had offered Booth information on a possible government cover-up related to a previous case, but was killed before their meeting took place. As Booth and the Jeffersonian team dig deeper into the burgeoning conspiracy surrounding the man’s death, it’s evident Booth may be in over his head, and his future with the FBI is put in question.
Directed by: David Boreanaz · Written by: Stephen Nathan, Jonathan Collier · Starring: Joel David Moore, Patricia Belcher, Peter MacKenzie, Mark Atteberry