Coming up on Dollhouse...

Mellie soon will return from her "trip out of town." But TV Guide reports she won't receive a hero's welcome.

Look for an increasingly suspicious Agent Ballard to greet Mellie... with a series of pressing questions.

Tahmoh Penikett takes on the role of Paul Ballard on Dollhouse.

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