Grey's Anatomy season 9

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Grey's Anatomy (season 9)[edit | edit source]

Grey's Anatomy is a popular American medical drama television series that premiered on the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) network. The ninth season of the series began airing on September 27, 2012, and concluded on May 16, 2013. This season consists of 24 episodes.

Plot Overview[edit | edit source]

The ninth season of Grey's Anatomy picks up immediately after the plane crash that occurred in the season 8 finale. The crash has a profound impact on the doctors of Seattle Grace Mercy West Hospital, leading to significant changes in both their personal and professional lives.

Major Storylines[edit | edit source]

  • Plane Crash Aftermath: The season opens with the aftermath of the plane crash that killed Lexie Grey and Mark Sloan. The survivors, including Meredith Grey, Derek Shepherd, Cristina Yang, and Arizona Robbins, struggle with the physical and emotional trauma.
  • Hospital Financial Crisis: The hospital faces a financial crisis, exacerbated by the lawsuit filed by the plane crash survivors. This leads to a potential buyout by the Pegasus Group, which threatens the hospital's future.
  • New Relationships and Departures: New characters are introduced, including Dr. Jo Wilson, who becomes a significant figure in Alex Karev's life. Meanwhile, long-time character Teddy Altman departs from the series.

Cast[edit | edit source]

The main cast of season 9 includes:

Reception[edit | edit source]

The ninth season of Grey's Anatomy received generally positive reviews from critics and audiences. The season was praised for its emotional depth and character development, particularly in handling the aftermath of the plane crash.

Episodes[edit | edit source]

The season consists of 24 episodes, each running approximately 43 minutes. Notable episodes include:

  • "Going, Going, Gone" (Episode 1): The season premiere deals with the immediate aftermath of the plane crash.
  • "Remember the Time" (Episode 2): A flashback episode that reveals what happened to the doctors during the four days they were stranded in the woods.
  • "Things We Said Today" (Episode 10): Features the wedding of Dr. Miranda Bailey and Dr. Ben Warren.
  • "Perfect Storm" (Episode 24): The season finale, which involves a superstorm hitting Seattle and causing chaos at the hospital.

Awards and Nominations[edit | edit source]

The ninth season received several nominations, including a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup for a Series, Miniseries, Movie, or a Special.

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