Bones

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Season 1
  • Network: FOX
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 13, 2005
Season #: 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
7.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 294 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 211 out of 294
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 294
  3. Negative: 63 out of 294
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  1. MargoB
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    Talented cast, great chemistry, fun dialogue, the inspiration of Reichs, the talents of Hanson, character driven as opposed to the usual procedural, and the Boreanaz charm and talent are all the reasons I won't miss an episode!
  2. ToyB
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    The character dynamics hook audiences, the dark humor appeals, the cases are well-thought out, and the acting is superb on all aspects.
  3. MissCritical
    Oct 7, 2005
    8
    The show is funny and has some great acting. I never noticed how good of an actor David Boreanaz is. Although sometimes, it can be over the top, it is definately one of the better crime dramas out there.
  4. PhilS
    Apr 20, 2006
    10
    Great show!!!
  5. TinaS.
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    Great show. Can not wait for Season 2 to begin!
  6. DG
    Nov 2, 2005
    10
    I thought I wouldn't be able to watch another crime drama displaying autopsies...I found a way to do it, I gave up NCIS, bored with the immature and rude characters it won't be missed. Bones however, is a huge step up. Emily D. and David B. are perfect in their roles!
  7. anne
    Feb 17, 2006
    10
    Best. Show. Ever.
  8. KathrynM
    Apr 16, 2006
    10
    I love this show! It have amazing characters, interesting story lines and witty dialogue. Much better then CSI and all the other show out there like this. Bones is the best!
  9. messaedmans
    May 16, 2006
    10
    helloooo
  10. LucyP
    May 5, 2006
    10
    This show is absolutely fulfillin in every sense of the way. It is funny and witty, very informative and sensitive and the characters Booth and Brennan are awsome team together. I like the goriness and the whole story line! I love also the little crushes going on between booth and brennan. I think it has potential and iwish to see another series of Bones in the year to come. Lucy
  11. FrancescaS
    May 5, 2006
    10
    I absolutely love this show...it is awsome. I love the characters, its witty and informative and has a certain kind of pizzaz to it. I love the story line and the cases. I hope it stays on for seasons to come. Francesca and Paul
  12. JessicaH
    Nov 17, 2005
    10
    I love this show and I can't get enough of it.
  13. DeeJ
    Dec 3, 2005
    10
    I look forward to this show every week.
  14. N.B.
    Oct 26, 2005
    8
    Enjoyable if not always believable. The acting can be a little wooden, however the interesting story lines and the chemistry of the cast (especially the museum personnel) make this a "fun' show to watch.
  15. Kat
    Feb 13, 2006
    9
    A fun and interesting show. Much more realistic than you would think unless you knew a bit about forensics (leaving aside the holograms). They've turned relatively crappy books into a great series.
  16. RebeccaB
    Mar 15, 2006
    10
    This is an awsome show!!! i cant imagine any one who doesnt like it!!! It is so suspensfull, it keeps me on the edge of my seat the entire time!!!
  17. RebeccaW
    Mar 17, 2006
    10
    love this show. The characters, all of them are great and make me laugh.
  18. Gary
    Apr 20, 2006
    10
    Excellent show, good character development and plenty of co-star chemistry. David B. was so cool in the last episode.
  19. ErinL.
    Apr 2, 2006
    10
    Awesome!! Best Show Ever!
  20. FlorenceM
    May 13, 2006
    10
    Great characters and wonderful chemistry for the stars.
  21. danivms
    May 18, 2006
    10
    best show ever!!!! works perfectly with my anthropology class
  22. KimL
    Nov 14, 2005
    9
    I really enjoy watching this show... It's nice to see that David didn't give up on TV. I'm really glad to see that this show is heading in the right direction... and that the characters are becoming more and more 'real'.
  23. DianaL
    Nov 8, 2005
    8
    Good show worth watching again
  24. MARK
    Dec 13, 2005
    10
    The show just keeps getting better every week.
  25. KatieM
    Oct 22, 2005
    10
    Bones has got to be the best show i've ever seen. There is a bit of everything in each episode, which makes you just want to keep watching it forever. Emily Deschanel is the perfect person to play Temperance Brennan, and her and David Boreanaz work together amazingly. I've never loved anything as much as I love this show.
  26. MsLez
    Dec 22, 2005
    9
    I would have rated this an 8 before the holiday episode. I love the humor, character development. The forensics are no better than CSI, but no worse. Zach is a cutie and I like that the show nor the characters take themselves too seriously...well, except for "Bones".
  27. Tara
    Apr 27, 2006
    10
    This show takes the crime procedural and revamps it with - YAY- character development! And an impressive job is done. The show is great, but it's the characters themselves that make the show phenominal!
  28. RitaW
    Apr 29, 2006
    9
    I love the dialogue most of all in this show. All of the characters have similar comedic sense as I do. They are all smart alexs. The chemistry is a special addition to the show between all the characters. I just wish they could focus more on some of the other older bones and not the ones they investigate.
  29. Heather
    May 17, 2006
    9
    The characters are likeable, the dialogue is understandable and the science interesting. I am interested to see where the love interests go and intrigued about the loss of Temperence's parents. I can't wait for more info on that, I hope they don't drop the ball on this one.
  30. karenr
    Jun 21, 2006
    10
    This is a great show! I only watch three shows religiously each week and this is one of them. I love all of the characters and the excellent plots keep me coming back for more! I was so disappointed when the show was "off" and the dumb reality shows took over. I have a daughter who is in school for forensics and is at this time interning. I hope she is as smart as this lady. (Yeah, yeah I This is a great show! I only watch three shows religiously each week and this is one of them. I love all of the characters and the excellent plots keep me coming back for more! I was so disappointed when the show was "off" and the dumb reality shows took over. I have a daughter who is in school for forensics and is at this time interning. I hope she is as smart as this lady. (Yeah, yeah I know it's only a show, but if it weren't for shows like this, she would have never gone into forensics. And she loves forensics.) Keep 'm comin'! Fox is great!… Expand
  31. DavidT
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    Excellent show! Love the ensemble cast!!
  32. JohnT
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    Love the show and would probably watch it even if my brother wasn't on it!
  33. JOhnG
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    The interaction with the characters is excellent, writing was poor at first but getting much better.
  34. babydoll95
    May 19, 2011
    10
    GREAT SHOW! i love it, its interesting, romantic,dramatic(in a way) not to mention educational. I never watched anything with dead in it but Bones seem to be a exception. The cast is very talented.
    I really hope there's going to be another season, i was shocked and thrilled at the season six finale, i can't wait . Best show ever
  35. sunilg
    Nov 29, 2005
    9
    Super script,crisp,fast moving stories and sexy as hell 'Brennan' makes this show a 'must see', the supporting cast are all excellent and have believable characters - 'Boreanz' ofcourse is great!
  36. ILYAH
    Jan 10, 2011
    9
    This is a well written show, however, it does lack some of the finesse that other non-procedural shows offer.
    The science presented, is for the most part, valid; however, it is presented for its shock value rather than proper scientific procedure. Reducing the in-your-face factor would make this a much better show to watch.
    The acting is done very nicely, even if the scripting is below par    This is a well written show, however, it does lack some of the finesse that other non-procedural shows offer.
    The science presented, is for the most part, valid; however, it is presented for its shock value rather than proper scientific procedure. Reducing the in-your-face factor would make this a much better show to watch.
    The acting is done very nicely, even if the scripting is below par in some situations. The leads make up for it with their on screen chemistry, therefore saving the show from the mediocre morass that it would fall into.
    Some of the seconds and support characters would be better suited with more screen time, and a deeper background, rather than attempting to make the viewer ship attempt to fill in the blanks as they are tossed about.
    Overall, I am impressed, but believe that the show could use improvement.    … Expand
  37. TheRealz
    Aug 8, 2011
    10
    Absolutely incredible. How anyone could give this show less than a 10 probably hasn't watched more than one episode. The cast is amazingly lovable and consistently believable. Even though this shows has been on for over five years, it never ceases to amaze and interest me time after time with not only its plot, but also its characters which I have grown to enjoy thoroughly.
  38. inuyashalover
    Jul 11, 2012
    10
    this show is so awesome the way they just show you the crime scene no matter how bad it is is amazing and the chemistry between bones and booth is so good can't wait until september
  39. NickyC
    Oct 20, 2005
    8
    I am surprised by how much I like this show. I love the emphasis on procedures instead of blood shed. I don't want to be terrified. I want to be entertained and this show does just that.
  40. ValeenR
    Aug 30, 2006
    9
    Bones is an excellent, interesting show with great chemistry between the 2 leads.
  41. AprilO
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    I am totally hooked on this show! I love it, the storylines and the characters. Plan to be glued to the set all season long. Definatley a 10!
  42. RoxannB
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    This is a great show!
  43. ShirleyF
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    This is a great show with characters that have a dynamic
  44. HelenaG
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    I hope we will see several more seasons of Bones!!
  45. AntonioS
    Apr 20, 2006
    10
    Great show i watch it all the time
  46. EdgeOforever
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    This is one of the best shows on TV - mostly because of the great presence of David Boreanaz, the good ensemble cast and increasingly the good stories. Wouldn't miss it for the world!
  47. SandyG
    Aug 29, 2006
    10
    I started watching it because of one of the stars in the show, David Boreanaz. But I soon realized the show was really good and I very much enjoy the chemistry between Booth & Brennan and the relationships between the characters. The cases are OK, but what really makes my enjoy Bones, asides from what I just mentioned is the characterization, since I already feel I know the characters. I started watching it because of one of the stars in the show, David Boreanaz. But I soon realized the show was really good and I very much enjoy the chemistry between Booth & Brennan and the relationships between the characters. The cases are OK, but what really makes my enjoy Bones, asides from what I just mentioned is the characterization, since I already feel I know the characters. Thats what CSI lacks for me, and what Bones has.… Expand
  48. PhilS
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    Great show!!!
  49. LindaM
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    I love this show!!! David is so hot. keep up the great work.
  50. ChristyS
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    This show is phenominal. I enjoy the banter between the two main charecters : Seeley Booth and Temperance Brennan, wow you can't act that kind of sexual tension
  51. SharonL
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    This show deserves much more attention than it gets. They have such a wonderful cast and the writing is great.
  52. JilL
    Sep 10, 2006
    10
    Great show, good chemistry between the characters. I love it and won't miss it.
  53. marcca
    Feb 4, 2007
    10
    The show is quite intriguing, fundamental with a touch of morbid humor thats definitely unorthodox. It is one of a kind. its a PERFECT 10! :)
  54. KimO
    Aug 28, 2007
    9
    Excellent science - would love to have clips to show in science lab. Many themes not appropriate for children. Love the dialogue and character development/interaction. Great show - one of my top 3.
  55. MaciejC
    Mar 14, 2009
    9
    Often described as a CSI/X-Files hybrid, this show throws away the most irritating features of those shows. It's actually much closer to the X-Files, but - fortunately - free of all the supernatural rubbish. The makers of 'Bones' managed to prove that it's possible to keep the X-Files' feel and suspense without calling aliens for help. In fact, it wouldn't be Often described as a CSI/X-Files hybrid, this show throws away the most irritating features of those shows. It's actually much closer to the X-Files, but - fortunately - free of all the supernatural rubbish. The makers of 'Bones' managed to prove that it's possible to keep the X-Files' feel and suspense without calling aliens for help. In fact, it wouldn't be fair to compare dr. Brennan and Booth to Scully and Mulder. The first two seem much more intriguing to me as individuals, and their relationship - which is hard to discuss if you haven't been watching the show for some time - is much more than you'd expect from a typical show's writers. Although 'Bones' is a forensics/procedural show, it doesn't share much with the CSI series. Personally, I hate CSI basic premise: law synonymous with ethics and morality, and the belief that putting people in prison for years for victimless crimes is right. Fortunately, there is no Horatio Caine in 'Bones'. Booth, being a FBI agent, may be loved by the audience, but they're not tricked into thinking all his actions are right. Other things i love about this show? All the characters, of course, most of them subtly and adorably shifted from normality (not unlike me); the show's distinctive (and sometimes black) humor, making it quite light-hearted for a procedural; and the scenes where dr. Brennan shows the true meaning of "free thought" (i can't remember any other show where the protagonist says that cocaine should be sold legally). OK, so what are the weak points of 'Bones'? Well, it's definitely not as visually stunning as CSI (although I love the title sequence). And that may contribute to another problem, which I'd call 'thrill distribution'. The episode opening is usually electifying, and the suspense lasts for most of its 40+minutes, aided by action sequences. But when we get to know who the killer was, it's not really satisfying. Even without event recreations or flashbacks, or retelling (lack of it may count as relying on the viewer's intelligence), it could have been played better. Of course there are exceptions, like when the duo finds the victim alive. But still, I wouldn't date a Miss World if she said CSI is better.… Expand
  56. lynnec
    Mar 30, 2009
    10
    Best show--most entertaining on television today! Great chemistry...great supporting cast. Fun and interesting stories.
  57. Nicole
    Apr 21, 2006
    10
    Bones is the best show ever! It has a very talented and sexy cast! Go David B!!!!
  58. AmanitaM
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    I love this show!
  59. CrystalP
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    A heart vs mind struggle that ends in a perfect balance of partnership that brings the world of missing people to its knees. Excellent show, cast, writiers and all involved!
  60. [Anonymous]
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    The show has everything that I look for: drama, great characters, humor, great scripts and great actors.
  61. AmandaE
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    witty and fun :)
  62. brittanys
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    Best crime show yet!! It's a MUST see!!
  63. Jessica
    Jan 8, 2007
    10
    Every seems to keep saying that Bones is a cross between The X-Files and CSI and i agree. However ever i think it combines each shows best qualities to give us an entertaining product.
  64. SarahC
    Jan 9, 2007
    10
    Bones is the best show on TV right now!!
  65. LarryD.
    Aug 26, 2007
    10
    Love this show!
  66. DavidS.
    Jan 8, 2008
    10
    It's quite apparent to those who have watched an entire season of this show, which critics are being paid to write - and which are paid to think. This is a great show. Its attention to detail is a strength, not a weakness. The ability for the actors to rattle off so many large, humbling scientific words - believably - is only a small part of the vast amount of talent on the show.
  67. WandaK
    Feb 25, 2008
    9
    Great chemistry between the lead actors, snappy dialogue, does not take itself too seriously. The supporting cast is very interesting as well. I really enjoy it.
  68. GS.
    Apr 15, 2008
    9
    A recent convert, wish I watched from the beginning!
  69. GillianY
    Jul 7, 2009
    10
    This is a great show! Definitely my no. 1! It's absolutely the best show ever! And to those lousy critics who gave it a bad review, your jobs are pretty pointless. Its attention to detail is great! I bet you haven't watched a whole season of it. You can't judge a show based on 1 to 10 episodes of it. You can't ignore the sexual tension between Booth and Brennan.
  70. reneet
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    Love this show! It's amazing, has great characters, and great stories.
  71. VickiK
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    Fox did one thing right last season. They put Boreanaz and Desheunel together on Bones. It is smart, funny, and intriguing. It would have more viewers if Fox would leave it on the same day/time. My DVR is even confused. The two actors have alot of chemistry and you can tell they are having alot of fun. Great show.
  72. Accioa
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    Excellent show, excellent cast (starting with David B)
  73. DanielleS
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    I love this show!! It's facisnating, humorous, and exciting!!! The chemistry between the characters is to die for!!!! Deschanel and Boreanaz play their roles well and have a great reltionship going on between their characters. DEFINETLY DESERVES A 10 AT LEAST!!!
  74. Tamika
    Aug 28, 2006
    10
    You Gotaa love this show not only for David Boreanaz but also for all the drama and angst that this show provides.
  75. DougH
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    Great lead characters, fine supporting cast. This is what the first CSI used to be.
  76. PennyB
    Sep 17, 2006
    10
    I love this show based on the novels by Kathy Reichs. Not only is it informative, it is very different from the rest of the drek on the other networks. I like this as much as the CSI's .
  77. RoxannB
    Sep 26, 2006
    10
    This is a great show!
  78. LarryD.
    Feb 22, 2007
    10
    Love this show!
  79. ciciD
    Apr 28, 2009
    9
    GREAT chemistry between the two main characters! Definitely can't be taken too seriously but way more entertaining than most of the other depressing mystery shows out there today.
  80. Spielberg00
    Sep 7, 2011
    7
    BONES is a humorous yet gory look at forensics. In almost every episode, the script seems disappointingly weak, but the acting of Emily Deschanel and David Boreanaz makes up for all the show's flaws. A lot of times, the plot can be quite shallow, and at other times ridiculously complex, but this is a smooth, witty combination of a soap opera (a little bit too much of that at times) and aBONES is a humorous yet gory look at forensics. In almost every episode, the script seems disappointingly weak, but the acting of Emily Deschanel and David Boreanaz makes up for all the show's flaws. A lot of times, the plot can be quite shallow, and at other times ridiculously complex, but this is a smooth, witty combination of a soap opera (a little bit too much of that at times) and a crime thriller, with even another twist of its own genre.… Expand
  81. Wiesy
    Apr 6, 2013
    8
    This program is very good. When i saw this program for the first I was fall in love with it, such a good plot and stuff. Great cast and every time great stories. A must-see program for you and you're children.
  82. GypsyPeach
    Sep 17, 2014
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved the first few seasons. The cases were interesting, the interactions between the characters (particularly Bones and Booth) were priceless, I love the science experiments and getting to see all the student interns as they rotate. It was a really good show and I love watching the old seasons time and and again but once Booth and Bones got together.... it all went downhill and I can't stand to watch it anymore. Too much drama, too much like a soap opera.... yuck and such a shame it took that turn.… Expand
  83. gsieg0124
    Jun 21, 2015
    10
    Over the past 10 years I have become addicted to watching the Fox TV series "Bones". "Bones" began as a crime series where murders were solved by a team headed by an anthropologist who worked closely with an FBI agent. While each week some new and grisly murder was solved, the interpersonal relationships are what makes this show interesting to watch season after season. While this couldOver the past 10 years I have become addicted to watching the Fox TV series "Bones". "Bones" began as a crime series where murders were solved by a team headed by an anthropologist who worked closely with an FBI agent. While each week some new and grisly murder was solved, the interpersonal relationships are what makes this show interesting to watch season after season. While this could have been a serious drama- the writers injected humor and made the crime procedural a comedy-drama.

    What began as a love-hate partnership between the lead characters- Temperance Brennan and Seeley Booth-developed over a 10 year time period into a deep friendship, love, marriage and parenthood. These two characters found strength in each other through good and bad times and they never lost faith in each other- even though at times it looked as if their relationship could never survive.

    The supporting staff and their side stories are almost as interesting to see developing as the main characters. Season 10 ended with an uncertainty of where all the characters will be at the start of the next season as Season 11 renewal was not announced until after the season's finale was filmed. It is rumored there will be a time jump and that leaves open the possibility to explore what happened to all of the characters during that period of time. One thing for certain- the writers will find some way to get the team back together as a crime-solving unit and give the fans another season of great stories.    … Expand
  84. hornysoul
    Sep 21, 2018
    9
    Elenco talentoso, ótima química e diálogos divertidos. David Boreanaz maravilhoso!!!

Awards & Rankings

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#39 Best TV Season of 2005
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#10 Most Discussed TV Season of 2005
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#19 Most Shared TV Season of 2005

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
55

Mixed or average reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 29
  3. Negative: 5 out of 29
  1. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    70
    An engaging crime show that borrows plenty from the ''CSI" franchise but adds a layer of light character drama.
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  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Doug Elfman
    88
    Boreanaz and Deschanel stir good chemistry as a crime-fighting duo.
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  3. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Sid Smith
    40
    The scientific setup may be intriguing... But the dialogue, including the contrived sexual tension between Temperance and Seeley, is strictly canned and cutesy.
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