S5·E17 The Death of the Queen Bee
Synopsis
The team’s latest case takes Brennan back to her alma mater, Burtonsville High School, where she and Booth investigate the discovery of an unidentified skull and upper torso. With Angela’s help, they identify the victim as one of Brennan’s classmates, and notice a possible connection to a second murder committed 15 years prior. Brennan and Booth go undercover as a married couple at her class reunion to interrogate a set of suspects, where even as an adult, Brennan is still predictably misunderstood and her only friend lies in a strangely dark and offbeat janitor. Meanwhile, Hodgins spills a lab secret
Episode recap
The latest case brings Dr. Temperance Brennan back to her alma mater, Burtonsville High School, alongside Special Agent Seeley Booth. At the school, they investigate the discovery of an unidentified skull and upper torso. With the assistance of Angela, the team identifies the victim as one of Brennan’s former classmates. Furthermore, they notice a possible connection to a second murder that was committed fifteen years prior.
To interrogate a set of suspects, Brennan and Booth go undercover as a married couple at her high school class reunion. Even as an adult, Brennan remains predictably misunderstood by her peers. During this time, her only friend at the event turns out to be a strangely dark and offbeat janitor. Meanwhile, back at the lab, Hodgins spills a lab secret.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 17 of Bones air?
Season 5, Episode 17 ('The Death of the Queen Bee') originally aired on April 15, 2010.
How long is Season 5 Episode 17 ('The Death of the Queen Bee')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Bones.
What happens in Bones Season 5 Episode 17?
The team’s latest case takes Brennan back to her alma mater, Burtonsville High School, where she and Booth investigate the discovery of an unidentified skull and upper torso. With Angela’s help, they identify the victim as one of Brennan’s classmates, and notice a possible connection to a second mur...