Running for 12 seasons and more than 200 episodes, the series starring Emily Deschanel will become one of FOX's longest-running shows.
- Feb 26, 2016
AceShowbiz - "Bones" is going six feet under after the upcoming season, it has been announced. FOX has renewed the procedural dramedy for its 12th and final season, which will run for a short 12 episodes.
With the episode tally of 246, "Bones" will be one of the network's longest-running series ever. It had escaped the ax several times and moved around on FOX's schedule to fill some gaps. The show is currently on hiatus but season 11 will premiere on Thursday, April 14 at 8 P.M.
"In times like these, marked by instability and doubt, it's comforting to know the world can count on at least one dependable beacon of stability," said creator Hart Hanson. "Apparently, that beacon is Bones. It just shows what you can do with an amalgam of genius cast, amazing crew, cunning writers, stalwart studio, sweat, a tough economy, a mercurial network, determination, luck, magic, miracles, and the most loyal audience in the world."
Both David Boreanaz and co-star Emily Deschanel have agreed to return for the last episodes along with showrunners Jonathan Collier and Michael Peterson. "We couldn't be more thrilled to have another season, so we can give the show, characters and fans the end they so richly deserve," said Collier and Peterson. "Also knowing there is a season 12, we can now write the most rewarding season 11 finale possible - one we hope will leave our fans excited for what's to come in this final season of Bones."
The last season will provide a closure for the show's fans. "This is for the fans! Thank you to everyone at Fox ...also to the crew and cast for their countless support along the way! And I couldn't have done it without you, Emily!" Boreanaz said. Deschanel chimed in, "I am thrilled the show will have the ending it deserves for all of our amazing, loyal fans!"
