Bones

Bones (2005-2017)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Medical

F.B.I. Agent Seeley Booth is teamed up with forensic anthropologist Dr. Temperance "Bones" Brennan to solve some of the most baffling and bizarre crimes ever. Booth depends on clues from the living, witnesses and suspects, while Brennan gathers evidence from the dead, relying on her uncanny ability to read clues left behind in the bones of the victims.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (44 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S12E12The End in the EndMar 28, 2017
S12E11The Day in the LifeMar 21, 2017
S12E10The Radioactive Panthers in the PartyMar 14, 2017
S12E09The Steal in the WheelsMar 7, 2017
S12E08The Grief and the GirlFeb 21, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Bones premiere?

The first episode of Bones aired on September 13, 2005.

Who are the main characters in Bones?

The main characters in Bones are Dr. Temperance "Bones" Brennan, an anthropologist who works at the Jeffersonian Institution; FBI Special Agent Seeley Booth, who works with Brennan to solve crimes; and the team of scientists who work with Brennan at the Jeffersonian.

Is Brennan based on a real person?

Yes, Brennan is based on the life and novels of real-life forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs.

What is the name of Brennan's best friend and assistant?

Angela Montenegro is Brennan's best friend. She is also an artist and creates facial reconstructions of crime victims.

Which Jeffersonian scientist is an expert in entomology?

Dr. Jack Hodgins is the Jeffersonian scientist who specializes in entomology.

Which actor plays the role of Booth?

David Boreanaz plays the role of Seeley Booth.

Which Jeffersonian scientist studies rocks and minerals?

Dr. Lance Sweets is a psychologist, not a scientist who works on rocks and minerals. Dr. Goodman, who was the original Director of the Jeffersonian, knew a lot about rocks and minerals, but he did not work on them directly.

What inspired Booth to become an FBI agent?

Booth was inspired to become an FBI agent after he was rescued by a helicopter crew during the Gulf War.

Who is the serial killer known as Gormogon, and how many episodes is the character in?

Gormogon is a serial killer who kills freemasons and eats their body parts. He is featured in five episodes of Bones.

What is the name of the Jeffersonian intern who is a conspiracy theorist?

Colin Fisher is the Jeffersonian intern who is a conspiracy theorist.

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Also known as

  • Brennan (United States)
  • Кости (Bulgaria)
  • Kosti (Croatia)
  • Sberatelé kostí (Czech Republic)
  • Kondid (Estonia)
  • Bones - Die Knochenjägerin (Germany)
  • Dr. Csont (Hungary)
  • Kaulai (Lithuania)
  • Kosci (Poland)
  • Ossos (Portugal)
  • Cititorii de oase (Romania)
  • Кости (Russian Federation)
  • Bouns (Serbia)
  • Kosti (Slovakia)
  • Kosti (Slovenia)

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