There were some surprises in last night's episode of Bates Motel that most viewers probably didn't see coming. If you'd like an idea of what happens next, we have the synopsis and preview video for "The Man in Number 9."

There are only ten episodes in Bates Motel's first season, but don't worry because more are on the way. A&E has already announced that they are moving forward with a 10-episode second season:

“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 7 - The Man in Number 9: "As The Bates Motel welcomes its first guest, Norman learns that popular girls come with many complications."

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