“Bones” Cast Shocked to Learn Their On-Set Fart Jokes Ended Up in Production Reports

The cast of the popular TV show ‘Bones’ recently surprised fans by sharing some of their most memorable on-set pranks during the Bones: 20th Anniversary Retrospective panel. Held at the inaugural Televerse Festival, the cast members revealed that their favorite practical jokes often involved classic gags like whoopee cushions and fart machines. One of the lead actors, David Boreanaz, who portrayed F.B.I. Special Agent Seely Booth, fondly recalled his prank on co-star Michaela Conlin involving a whoopee cushion on her chair. The cast’s playful antics extended to using remote-controlled fart machines, with Emily Deschanel reflecting on the array of different sounds they could produce.

Hart Hanson, the show’s creator, surprised the cast when he mentioned that their juvenile pranks had actually made it into the production reports. Deschanel, who played Dr. Temperance “Bones” Brennan, expressed shock at the revelation, indicating that they had no idea their on-set antics were being documented and reported to the executives. Boreanaz was known as the biggest prankster on set, as Deschanel revealed in a 2019 interview with PEOPLE. The actor’s mischievous spirit seemed to have kept the atmosphere light-hearted on set, with everyone getting a taste of his practical jokes.

During the panel discussion, Boreanaz also shared a prank he played on guest star Luc Robitaille, a former ice hockey player and president of the Los Angeles Kings. Despite Robitaille being given only two lines, Boreanaz instructed the assistant director to hand him a two-page monologue instead, leading to a hilarious moment during rehearsal. The cast fondly recalled these light-hearted moments during the reunion talk, moderated by PEOPLE’s Sean Mandell and featuring cast members such as Michaela Conlin, T.J. Thyne, and Eric Millegan.

The ‘Bones’ cast members expressed their delight at reuniting for the 20th Anniversary Retrospective panel, as it marked their first gathering since the show ended in 2017. With the series running for an impressive 12 seasons, it became the longest-running drama series on Fox. Speaking to PEOPLE at the Televerse Festival, Deschanel hinted at the possibility of a reboot, stating “Never say never,” when asked about the potential revival of the beloved show. The cast’s camaraderie and shared memories from their time on ‘Bones’ continue to endear them to fans who appreciate the behind-the-scenes stories and bond they developed while filming the series.

In an industry often associated with competitiveness and pressure, the cast of ‘Bones’ showcased the importance of fun and camaraderie on set. Their willingness to share their humorous experiences and reminisce about the pranks they played on each other humanises these actors and highlights their genuine connection off-screen. This light-hearted approach to their work not only brought joy to the cast members themselves but also added an extra layer of enjoyment for viewers as they watched the chemistry between the characters unfold on screen.