With Bones Season 8 set to resume this Monday, January 14, Kevin Reilly - the Chairman of Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company - announced today at the Television Critics Association press tour that the network has greenlit a ninth season for the beloved drama.

“After more than 150 episodes, Bones continues to be one of television’s most dynamic and consistent dramas,” said Reilly. “We at FOX, along with millions of zealous fans, look forward to seeing where the incredible creative team takes the series next season.”

Bones is back next week with a special two-hour installment titled“The Diamond in the Rough/The Archeologist in the Cocoon,” as the Jeffersonian team investigates the death of a professional ballroom dancer and Brennan/Booth go undercover as dance contestants.

Oh yes! Check out Bones photos from the 2013 premiere now.

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