Over nearly 250 episodes spanning from 2005 to 2017, the series «Bones» showcased a smart crime drama revolving around a skilled squad of forensic anthropologists under Dr. Temperance Brennan’s (Emily Deschanel) leadership. They unraveled complex cases by examining human remains, infusing science into the plotline and setting «Bones» apart in a competitive genre. The program provided suspenseful murder mysteries similar to «Criminal Minds,» yet presented it in a family-friendly manner, enhancing its wide appeal – a trait less frequently found today. Moreover, the intriguing will-they-won’t-they relationship between Brennan and FBI Special Agent Seeley Booth (David Boreanaz) further hooked audiences.
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Narrowing down the finest «Bones» episodes isn’t a simple feat given their number. We’ve carefully considered factors such as critical praise, impactful cases, and significance to the series plot progression. Ultimately, we’ve managed to whittle it down to our top 15 picks.
15. The Wannabe in the Weeds
In the spirit of the popular cozy mystery show «Psych,» which spun off «American Duos» in 2007, the 2008 episode «The Wannabe in the Weeds» from «Bones» drew inspiration from the peak popularity of reality TV shows akin to «American Idol.» The episode notably featured Ace Young, who had previously made it to the Top 50 on Hot Adult Contemporary charts and graced People’s list of top 50 hottest bachelors following his stint on «American Idol» in 2006.
The main enigma in «The Wannabe in the Weeds» revolves around the demise of Tommy Sour (Young), an up-and-coming musician, that transpired at a local club. The episode’s musical motif and playful atmosphere provide opportunities for two cast members to display their exceptional musical skills. In one instance, Zack Addy (Eric Millegan) performs «Love is a Many-Splendored Thing». At the time, Millegan held a B.F.A. in Musical Theater from the University of Michigan and boasted a substantial list of stage performances under his belt, including a Broadway stint in «Jesus Christ Superstar.
Later, it becomes apparent that Emily Deschanel possesses an impressive vocal talent, similar to her talented sister Zooey (known for singing in «Elf» and «The New Guy»). In this particular episode, Brennan surprises everyone with a powerful rendition of «Girls Just Want to Have Fun». However, her performance is abruptly halted as the individual responsible for Tommy’s death targets Booth. This results in a tense ending where Booth is shot, leaving us on a dramatic edge. Overall, it’s an entertaining episode that doesn’t shy away from some serious plot developments.
14. Judas on a Pole
In the 2006 TV show «Judas on a Pole,» directed by David Duchovny, Dr. Brennan’s intricate family background intertwines with the mystery at hand when a victim is brutally murdered, then hung and torched on top of a government building as a scarecrow. Additionally, Kathy Reichs, the author and forensic anthropologist who penned the «Bones» novel series, makes a guest appearance in this episode. She is portrayed as a member of an academic panel scrutinizing Zack on his doctoral thesis defense.
The probe uncovers Max Keenan, Brennan’s father and a seasoned felon who disguised himself as a clergyman, as the key figure. Interestingly, he is found to have hidden some pilfered proof, which he fears could endanger his children if it comes to light.
This Season 2 episode not only delves into Brennan’s genealogy but also strengthens the bond between the Jeffersonian team, establishing them as a surrogate family. Booth expresses, «Family isn’t just about blood,» which is one of the most touching and memorable scenes in the show. Additionally, it subtly foreshadows the development of Booth and Brennan’s relationship, while also setting the mood for upcoming episodes.
13. The Hero in the Hold
In the narrative sequence of the Gravedigger serial killer saga, which was initiated in the 2009 episode titled «Aliens in a Spaceship,» the subsequent episode, «The Hero in the Hold,» finds Booth abducted by the Gravedigger en route to picking up Brennan for an award function. Held captive on a ship at sea, Booth appears to be assisted by the spirit of his comrade-at-arms, Corporal Teddy Parker (Noel Fisher), who perished in battle years ago. The kidnapping is unveiled as a strategy to seize Gravedigger evidence from the FBI. With mere hours before the ship submerges, the team urgently scurries to locate Booth.
In this fourth season episode, Booth and Bones display their bravest selves, and a poignant remark from Teddy subtly reveals Booth’s lingering emotions for Bones. The intrigue surrounding whether Teddy was a ghost, a hallucination, or a result of Booth’s brain tumor, later disclosed, remains one of the most captivating mysteries among «Bones» fans. Given that Teddy appears to know things Booth doesn’t (like children decorating ships before they’re sunk to create reefs) and his ability to retrieve specific items, it seems the explanation might be supernatural in nature.
12. The Man in the Cell
2007’s «The Man in the Cell» reintroduces the initial serial killer from «Bones,» Howard Epps, also known as the Manipulator, a main antagonist from Season 1’s «A Man on Death Row.» Having managed to escape prison disguised as a firefighter, Epps starts harassing Bones and her associates, sending Angela an actual human heart along with a newspaper article labeling her as the «heart» of the Jeffersonian team. Furthermore, Epps demonstrates his ability to take Booth’s child if he so chooses, and even comes close to killing Cam (Tamara Taylor) by using a poison vial hidden within his deceased wife’s severed head.
In this Season 2 installment, we delve deeper into the backstory of the Manipulator, drawing elements that resemble the profiles of infamous serial killers such as Edmund Kemper and Ted Bundy. Although his manipulations may appear simplistic for someone said to be a genius, Epps proves an engaging antagonist, intensifying the drama in the central romance between Cam, Bones, and Booth; the love triangle being a significant aspect of the show. The lingering guilt felt by Booth and Brennan over their role in delaying Epps’ execution is alleviated when his tale reaches its conclusion, ending with him meeting an untimely demise by falling to his doom.
11. The Man in the Fallout Shelter
2005’s «The Man in the Fallout Shelter» is a Christmas-themed episode where the Jeffersonian team finds themselves stuck together due to the holidays. The story kicks off with Bones’ insistence on investigating a body discovered in a 1950s fallout shelter. While it seems the man died from a self-inflicted gunshot, Brennan doubts this and pushes for an autopsy. Shortly after retrieving the remains, a biological contamination alert sounds, forcing them into quarantine during the holiday season.
In this first season episode, although it presents a religious view on the occasion, the central enigma is overshadowed by the story’s deep emotional emphasis on character growth. This episode reveals significant aspects about the main characters that will pave the way for their future connections. The theme of bonding and hopefulness creates a heartwarming narrative that stands alongside some of the most memorable holiday episodes from well-known TV series.
10. The Past in the Present
2012’s «The Past in the Present» finds the «Bones» team at odds with tech genius Christopher Pelant (portrayed by Andrew Leeds), also known as the Hacktivist. This becomes a deeply personal matter for Brennan when she discovers that the deceased was a troubled acquaintance of hers. However, matters become complex for Brennan when Pelant manipulates his digital skills to falsely incriminate her in her professional role. The situation worsens further when Pelant employs a deception to entice Booth to his residence, eventually leading to both Bones and Booth being removed from the case.
In the Present Day, an episode titled ‘The Past in the Present’ brought a premature end to Season 7 because Emily Deschanel was pregnant in real life. This episode is filled with enjoyable technological shenanigans. The climax of the season, Bones deciding to go ahead with baby Christine’s baptism for Booth, stands out. It’s heartwarming to see their parenting and partnership skills at play, particularly when Brennan comforts Booth by expressing her love for him beyond just being Christine’s parents.
9. The Doctor in the Photo
2010’s «The Photograph’s Doctor» has Brennan delving into the demise of a character whose life mirrors her own, a surgeon named Lauren Eames. Similar to Bones, Eames was intelligent, ambitious, and perceived as somewhat aloof by her peers. And, like Bones, Eames harbored an unspoken romantic bond with someone. As Bones probes into Eames’ death, she grows more drawn to the deceased doctor, who appears to be a mirror image of Brennan.
In this Season 6 episode, I found myself delving deeper into the case, and as I did, my appearance seemed to grow more somber and minimalistic. It was during this time that I crossed paths with Micah, the Jeffersonian security guard, played by Enrico Colantoni. Although Micah didn’t reappear throughout the series, he’s become a subject of much intrigue among fans. Some theories suggest that he might be an angel, a figment of my imagination, or perhaps even a symbol of the Jeffersonian Institute itself.
8. The Signs in the Silence
Back in 2011, I found myself deeply engrossed in «The Signs in the Silence,» where a silent, hearing-impaired teenager was discovered with a blood-stained knife and drenched in someone else’s blood. Despite her terrified demeanor, Bones was relentless in treating her as mere evidence instead of a young girl. Our mission was to uncover the true age of Jane Doe and search for any other identifying marks.
It wasn’t until Brennan, who had her own past as a foster child, started noticing signs of abuse that the girl began to receive some understanding. Even though Bones’ undiagnosed autism spectrum disorder was later confirmed as a fan theory, it didn’t grant the girl any leniency until then.
Much like several outstanding episodes of «Bones,» the heartfelt acting takes an ordinary plotline to new heights. When Brennan finally empathizes with Jane Doe, the richness of her character, brought to life by Deschanel’s performance, generates some of the series’ most impactful scenes. As one fan on Reddit put it, «This episode is a favorite of mine. I’ve yet to watch it without shedding tears.» The somber storyline of Jane Doe’s past hardships is balanced by a delightful subplot featuring Angela (Michaela Conlin) undergoing false labor and Hodgins (T.J. Thyne) promising to be her ‘rock’.
7. The Parts in the Sum of the Whole
In one episode of «Bones» directed by David Boreanaz, titled «The Parts in the Sum of the Whole,» which aired in 2010, Booth and Brennan correct Sweets on some incorrect facts in his book and share with him the true story of their first case they worked together. This revelation turns out to be problematic for Sweets, as he had based his psychology book «Parts of a Whole,» which examines the romantic aspects of Booth and Brennan’s dynamic, on an entirely different interpretation of their initial case. It becomes apparent that Sweets is shipping the pair when he proposes they should kiss to prove their destiny together.
In this Season 5 finale, there’s a poignant scene where Booth expresses his feelings boldly by saying, «I’m the gambler, I choose to take this risk,» before he and Bones share a kiss. However, our long-awaited romantic resolution takes an unexpected turn as Bones tearfully turns him down, forcing Booth to accept that he must move on romantically – one of the most heart-wrenching moments for Booth in the series. The emotional conclusion adds depth to the subsequent payoff, and the flashback featuring Zack provides fans with a final glimpse of him.
6. The Woman in Limbo
2006’s «The Woman in Limbo» presents a life-altering moment for Brennan when bones stored away (commonly referred to as «limbo») are discovered to be those of her mother. This shocking truth unfolds when she witnesses Angela’s recreation of the victim’s face. As Bones reminisces about her family, Booth initiates an investigation that tracks down her brother Russ (played by Loren Dean). She harbors feelings of abandonment towards him. The probe also discloses that her family assumed new identities at some point, a fact known to her brother but not her. Adding to the revelation that her parents were bank robbers, this news triggers a minor emotional breakdown.
In the final episode of Season 1, we gain insight into why Bones tends to be a loner, and it strengthens the bond between her and Booth. This installment also allows Brennan to cope with the hurt of being abandoned by her family. The episode is rich with instances showing that Brennan is not just a machine in forensic anthropology, most notably when she breaks down emotionally, repeating «I have a brother,» and the events leading to their reunion. A tantalizing message at the end hints at her father’s potential return, making this an unforgettable episode.
5. The Patriot in Purgatory
2012’s «The Patriot in Purgatory» introduces a fresh obsession for Brennan: basketball. However, she’s not just an ordinary sports enthusiast; Brennan intends to apply the coaching techniques she’s gleaned from Phil Jackson to invigorate her team of five interns, referred to as «squinterns», while they collaboratively tackle over a thousand seemingly unsolvable remains. In this role, Brennan serves as the coach, employing encouragement and various motivational strategies for teamwork.
The game initially appears to be a friendly competition among interns, with each trying to outdo the others. However, it soon transforms into a collaborative effort as they connect several sets of remains to the tragic events of September 11th, 2001. With Booth’s assistance, they discover a homeless veteran who bravely saved three people at the Pentagon and succumbed to his injuries a week afterward.
In this Season 8 episode, a heartfelt homage to the 9/11 victims is presented, leaving many viewers feeling it was Emmy-worthy. The narrative weaves a challenging enigma for the interns, but the writers also delve deep into the connection between veterans and homelessness, providing an intelligent and compassionate perspective. Post this moving reflection on that fateful day in American history, Brennan’s renewed appreciation for Booth’s service sacrifice strikes a particularly poignant chord.
4. The Nightmare in the Nightmare
2016’s «The Nightmare in the Nightmare» spotlights another chilling serial killer, dubbed the Puppeteer, whose gruesome method of operation involves dressing his victims like Norman Bates did his, transforming them into life-sized marionettes. Our journey resumes with Zack Addy, a character who was institutionalized for admitting to murder during Season 4. The events that follow see Addy being falsely accused of another murder by his psychiatrist at the hospital, Mihir Roshan, who is eventually unmasked as the Puppeteer. Later on, Addy’s earlier crime conviction is overturned.
With Bones’ dreamlike nightmare sequences, this Season 11 episode effectively delves into the realm of psychological horror. As one IMDb review noted, it follows a plot line reminiscent of Hitchcock, similar to Spellbound. It’s satisfying to see Zack Addy finally being cleared after his sudden transformation from an endearing character to a suspected murderer with cannibalistic ties, a shift that left fans feeling uneasy.
3. The Recluse in the Recliner
2014’s «The Recluse in the Recliner» can be described as the «Bones» episode tailored for those who wear tin foil hats. The season 9 finale commences with Booth preparing for a Congressional screening for an FBI position in Berlin, even taking German lessons, only to find himself and the Jeffersonian team entangled in a case that leads them on a wild goose chase. A mysterious call on what was supposed to be a secure line sets things in motion; when traced, the location reveals itself as a crime scene after a conspiracy theory blogger is torched in his trailer.
During Booth’s supposed routine subcommittee meeting, which he thought was merely a formality, things take an unexpected turn when his involvement in a secret military operation surfaces in the media. As the situation spirals out of control, Booth faces intense criticism from the press and even experiences an attack on his home by Delta Force operatives. The episode concludes with a shocking twist that leaves Booth badly wounded and behind bars for the alleged murders, while Brennan is detained by the FBI. This episode certainly stands out as one to remember. As one IMDb reviewer aptly stated, «It’s not every day you get explosions, high-level corruption, and computer chip body piercings!
2. The Hole in the Heart
2011’s episode titled «The Hole in the Heart» is a storyline heavily focused on Dr. Temperance Brennan’s boyfriend, Special Agent Seeley Booth, as he pursues the elusive sniper Jacob Broadsky (played by Arnold Vosloo). The audience was introduced to this character in an earlier episode called «The Bullet in the Brain,» where he shot down the Gravedigger. Broadsky perceives himself as a divine instrument, believing that he targets only those who deserve it, despite his evident enjoyment of his actions. In «The Hole in the Heart,» Broadsky sets his sights on Booth.
In the sixth season of «Bones», an intended bullet for Booth tragically strikes Vincent Nigel-Murray, their colleague often referred to as a squintern, portrayed by Ryan Cartwright. The team is deeply saddened by his death, and the majority of this episode revolves around them coping with their grief. This episode stands out as one of the most emotionally charged in the series’ history. However, all the emotional turmoil culminates at the end of the episode when Booth and Brennan finally reunite romantically after a six-season wait.
1. Aliens in a Spaceship
2006’s «Aliens in a Spaceship» is just like a classic episode of Bones, it’s got all the elements that make Bones stories so awesome: Lots of witty banter between Bones and Booth, hilarious one-liners from robo-Brennan, a terrifying serial killer with an insanely twisted method, a brain-twisting mystery to solve, and some cool tunes in the background. In Season 2, we’re introduced to the Gravedigger — a character who tries to dig up big bucks by burying Hodgins and Brennan! This guy was after a cool $8 million from Hodgins’ wealthy family.
Man, watching Brennan whip out her genius brain to rescue her colleague under intense pressure is just gold for a fan like me. This episode gives a nice peek into Hodgins’ personality, and though their relationship isn’t fully formed yet in the series, «Aliens in a Spaceship» is setting up some serious dedication from Booth to keep Brennan safe. For any Bones enthusiast, it doesn’t get much better than this!
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