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Season 5

Desperate Housewives

Season 5

  • 2008

The season’s mystery is centered around Edie Britt’s third husband Dave Williams.

  1. You’re Gonna Love Tomorrow Episode 1 You’re Gonna Love Tomorrow September 28, 2008, 43 min Five years have passed since Katherine shot her ex-husband as Susan, Lynette, Bree and Gaby stood together in solidarity to protect her. Susan tries to hide her relationship with a…
  2. We’re So Happy You’re So Happy Episode 2 We’re So Happy You’re So Happy October 5, 2008, 43 min Unaware of Jackson's whereabouts, Susan goes to a local bar suspecting that he might be with Mike however, she soon lands herself in-trouble; meanwhile, after spending money that did not…
  3. Kids Ain’t Like Everybody Else Episode 3 Kids Ain’t Like Everybody Else October 12, 2008, 43 min Bree's estranged daughter, Danielle, returns to Wisteria Lane and is met with a deluge of criticism. Meanwhile, Gabrielle and Susan find themselves embroiled in a catfight brought on by an…
  4. Back in Business Episode 4 Back in Business October 19, 2008, 43 min Bree's new found success causes the rest of the women on Wisteria Lane to feel envious. Lynette longs to return to her days as an ad-executive, and finds an outlet…
  5. Mirror, Mirror Episode 5 Mirror, Mirror October 26, 2008, 43 min Driven by a hidden agenda, Dave convinces Susan to throw Mrs. McCluskey a surprise party for her 70th birthday. Jackson wants to take his relationship with Susan to the next…
  6. There’s Always a Woman Episode 6 There’s Always a Woman November 2, 2008, 43 min Gaby is over the moon when Carlos' client makes them an offer they can't refuse, but a startling discovery leaves her second guessing. Lynette grows suspicious that Tom is cheating…
  7. What More Do I Need? Episode 7 What More Do I Need? November 9, 2008, 42 min Lynette and Tom uncover the unsettling truth about son Porter. Gabrielle suspects Carlos' best client, Virginia, has ulterior motives. Bree's moment of weakness could bring her great embarrassment and shame.…
  8. City on Fire Episode 8 City on Fire November 16, 2008, 43 min Susan's daughter Julie comes to visit with her surprising new boyfriend. Gabrielle learns that Mrs. Hildebrand has made her and Carlos heirs of her entire fortune. A reporter looks to…
  9. Me and My Town Episode 9 Me and My Town November 30, 2008, 42 min For Gaby and Carlos, injuries sustained in the fire lead to a fortunate discovery. But for most, the consequences are less forgiving. Lynette and Tom vow to protect son Porter…
  10. A Vision’s Just a Vision Episode 10 A Vision’s Just a Vision December 7, 2008, 43 min Lynette takes extreme measures to protect her son. Carlos realizes the extent of Gaby's sacrifices for their family. Bree wants to prove to Andrew that she has accepted him for…
  11. Home Is the Place Episode 11 Home Is the Place January 4, 2009, 43 min Bree clashes with Alex's mother for their sons' affections. Gabrielle urges Carlos to take a six-figure job, even though it means spending more time away from home. Susan turns to…
  12. Connect! Connect! Episode 12 Connect! Connect! January 11, 2009, 44 min Susan and Edie accidentally lock themselves in a basement; the search for Porter leads Lynette to her mother; Mike and Katherine define their relationship; Dave gets closer to exacting revenge.
  13. The Best Thing That Ever Could Have Happened Episode 13 The Best Thing That Ever Could Have Happened January 18, 2009, 43 min When Eli Scruggs (Beau Bridges), the neighborhood handyman, passes away, the residents of Wisteria Lane realize how much he affected their lives.
  14. Mama Spent Money When She Had None Episode 14 Mama Spent Money When She Had None February 8, 2009, 43 min Bree treats herself to a new car; Susan wants to send M.J. to the best school even though she and Mike can't afford it; Gaby tries to get back into…
  15. In a World Where the Kings are Employers Episode 15 In a World Where the Kings are Employers February 15, 2009, 43 min Susan gets a new job. Lynette tells Tom they need to sell Scavo's Pizzeria. Gaby discovers that Carlos' boss has a dirty little secret; Orson confronts Bree after discovering she…
  16. Crime Doesn’t Pay Episode 16 Crime Doesn’t Pay March 8, 2009, 43 min Bree tells Lynette she will help Tom find a job; Carlos' adulterous boss puts Gaby in a precarious situation; after a chance encounter with an old acquaintance, Edie looks into…
  17. The Story of Lucy and Jessie Episode 17 The Story of Lucy and Jessie March 15, 2009, 43 min Susan tries to impress a teacher at work, Gaby talks Carlos into hiring Lynette, Edie continues to look into Dave's past.
  18. A Spark. To Pierce the Dark. Episode 18 A Spark. To Pierce the Dark. March 22, 2009, 43 min Bree contemplates selling her business in order to revive her marriage. Meanwhile, Lynette is threatened at work; Katherine is caught in an unforseen circumstance; and Edie's worst fear begins to…
  19. Look Into Their Eyes and You See What They Know Episode 19 Look Into Their Eyes and You See What They Know April 19, 2009, 43 min Edie becomes the subject as the other housewives reminisce about her: with Susan recalling the first time they met; Lynnette remembers an unforgettable night; Gaby remembers an evening of friendly…
  20. Rose’s Turn Episode 20 Rose’s Turn April 26, 2009, 43 min Carlos finds Lynette in a precarious position, which she chooses to hide from Tom, and Gabrielle hastily covers for Tom's coy behavior. Orson tries to hide the truth about his…
  21. Bargaining Episode 21 Bargaining May 3, 2009, 43 min Bree sinks to a new low to retain the best lawyer, and Gabrielle's vanity is put to the test when she makes a deal with her daughter Juanita. Meanwhile, Lynette…
  22. Marry Me a Little Episode 22 Marry Me a Little May 10, 2009, 43 min Bree goes to extremes to hide her true intentions from Orson, while Susan and Jackson put on an act for the authorities. Lynette is shocked at the lengths Tom will…
  23. Everybody Says Don’t Episode 23 Everybody Says Don’t May 17, 2009, 43 min Gabrielle becomes upset when Carlos offers to have his not-so-innocent niece, Ana, come and stay with them for a while and disrupts their routine. Meanwhile, Lynette becomes angry at Tom…
  24. If It’s Only in Your Head Episode 24 If It’s Only in Your Head May 17, 2009, 43 min Lynette adapts to Tom's decision to go back to school, Orson takes a beating that Bree cannot comprehend, Gabrielle's niece moves to Wisteria Lane, and Susan and MJ's lives are…