Ep 18. The Verdict in the Victims
- TV14
- May 7, 2015
- 42 min
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7.6 (619)
The Verdict in the Victims is the 18th episode of the tenth season of the American crime-drama television series Bones. The show was created by Hart Hanson and follows Dr. Temperance "Bones" Brennan (Emily Deschanel), a forensic anthropologist, as she works with FBI Special Agent Seeley Booth (David Boreanaz) to solve crimes.
In this episode, Brennan and her team are tasked with solving the murder of a wealthy entrepreneur named Dennis Timmons, who was found dead in his bathroom. Timmons's wife, the main suspect in the case, hires defense attorney Aubrey Posen (John Boyd) to represent her. Meanwhile, Brennan struggles with her feelings about her father Max (Ryan O'Neal), who is on trial for the murder of FBI Deputy Director Kirby in a separate case.
As the investigation progresses, Brennan discovers a connection between Timmons's murder and a case from the past involving a man named Kevin O'Leary, who was convicted of murdering three people. O'Leary's daughter, who has been searching for her father's innocence for years, offers Brennan and Booth valuable information in exchange for their help in exonerating her father.
Posen's defense strategy involves pinning the blame for Timmons's murder on the O'Leary family, leading Brennan and Booth to suspect Posen of orchestrating a cover-up. Brennan's father, Max, takes the stand in his own defense and reveals shocking details about the Kirby case, prompting Brennan to question everything she knows.
The episode is filled with suspenseful twists and turns as the team races against the clock to uncover the truth behind both murders. The Verdict in the Victims showcases the complex relationships between the characters, particularly Brennan and her father, as they navigate high-stakes court cases and personal conflicts.
Overall, the episode serves as a thrilling addition to the Bones series, highlighting the show's signature blend of forensic science and criminal justice. Fans of the show will be on the edge of their seats as the plot unfolds and the true culprits are revealed.
