We only have a couple of images from episode 9 of Bates Motel, but if you're curious about what's coming up before tonight's episode airs, check out our photos and preview video. As previously reported, A&E has been happy with the performance of Bates Motel and already announced that they are moving forward with a 10-episode second season that is expected to premiere early next year:

“A&E Network has picked up a second season of the acclaimed drama series, “Bates Motel” starring Vera Farmiga and Freddie Highmore from executive producers Carlton Cuse and Kerry Ehrin, it was announced… by Bob DeBitetto, President and General Manager of A&E Network and BIO Channel. Season two of “Bates Motel” will begin pre-production later this year on ten new episodes slated to premiere in 2014.”

Bates Motel Episode 9 – Underwater: “Norma wants to leave White Pine Bay, but Norman refuses to go; Emma goes on a trip; Bradley and Dylan bond; Jake continues to haunt Norma.” [Photos thanks to SpoilerTV]

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