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Desperate Housewives (2004 – 2012)

2004 • 8 seasons • Drama, Comedy • TV-PG
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Desperate HousewivesSeason 1

23 episodes · Oct 3, 2004

The picture-perfect facade of suburban life shatters when Mary Alice Young, a woman who appeared to have it all, makes the devastating decision to end her own life. Her final act isn't born of despair alone; it’s fueled by a chilling fear – the looming threat of a deeply buried secret that connects her, her husband, and their son. As the aftermath unfolds, the truth behind Mary Alice’s actions begins to surface, promising to unravel everything they thought they knew about this seemingly idyllic family.

1. Pilot
Oct 3, 2004 · 43m · 7.6

For Mary Alice Young, looking down on those around her is not a habit, but a finality. One day, in her immaculate house, nestled in the most desirable of suburbs, she brought her life to a close. Now, she guides us through the lives of her

2. Ah, But Underneath
Oct 10, 2004 · 43m · 7.8

Edie's arrival at Mike's dinner with Susan has a harsh consequence for his dog. Elsewhere, Gabrielle comes to a disquieting awareness: her lawn boy is developing feelings for their affair, and Carlos appears to be perceptive of the situatio

3. Pretty Little Picture
Oct 17, 2004 · 43m · 7.8

Despite the considerable turmoil in their lives, the women resolved to carry on with the elaborate dinner party Mary Alice Young had so meticulously planned. Gabrielle, entangled in an affair with the gardener John, now faced a nine-year-ol

4. Who's That Woman?
Oct 24, 2004 · 43m · 7.9

Struggling with financial hardship, Mrs. Huber begins to suspect Susan’s involvement in Edie’s house fire and attempts to blackmail her. Elsewhere, Carlos grows suspicious of Gabrielle's affections, fixating on the wrong person – the cable

5. Come In, Stranger
Oct 31, 2004 · 43m · 7.6

The incident on Wisteria Lane had cast a pall of vulnerability over the community, most keenly felt by Susan. Reluctantly, she agreed to a date with a persistent officer of the law, a decision made all the more so by Mike’s detached demeano

6. Running to Stand Still
Nov 7, 2004 · 43m · 7.8

At the twins’ school, Lynette finds herself in direct conflict with the overly concerned Mrs. Gibbons, who is attempting to stage a “politically correct” production of “Little Red Riding Hood.” Elsewhere, Susan persists in her inquiry into

7. Anything You Can Do
Nov 21, 2004 · 43m · 7.8

Susan and Edie resolved to shadow Mike and his guest, Kendra, on their evening outing. Meanwhile, Lynette grew increasingly reliant on the twins’ medication for ADD. Gabrielle, in turn, found herself consumed by jealousy of the woman who he

8. Guilty
Nov 28, 2004 · 43m · 8.1

The quiet of Wisteria Lane is shattered by the recent tragedy: Bree’s son, Andrew, has struck Carlos’ mother, Juanita Solis. As the neighborhood grapples with the aftermath, its residents find themselves reassessing their lives. Elsewhere,

9. Suspicious Minds
Dec 12, 2004 · 43m · 7.6

Seeking a renewed sense of direction, Gabrielle resolves to orchestrate a lavish Halston fashion show for charity, showcasing the women of Wisteria Lane. Meanwhile, Bree and Rex find themselves divided on how to address Andrew's actions – s

10. Come Back to Me
Dec 19, 2004 · 43m · 7.8

Maisy Gibbons, the quintessential soccer mom, finds her carefully constructed world colliding with Bree’s. Elsewhere, Gabrielle's troubles deepen as she experiences a bitter echo of her own actions, spurred by Carlos's confession from behin

11. Move On
Jan 9, 2005 · 43m · 7.9

The neighborhood rallied together when Mrs. Huber went missing, Edie spearheading the search as Felicia Tilman, the absent busybody’s sister, arrived on Wisteria Lane. Elsewhere, Bree accepted her circumstances and invited an attractive pha

12. Every Day a Little Death
Jan 16, 2005 · 43m · 7.8

The people of Wisteria Lane discover the truth behind Martha Huber’s disappearance. The revelation of a journal left by Mrs. Huber compels Susan to confess her part in the fire that destroyed Edie’s home. Elsewhere, Bree finds her new compa

13. Your Fault
Jan 23, 2005 · 43m · 7.6

A visit from Lynette’s father-in-law stirs up an unexpected family secret for her. Elsewhere, Susan finds herself unsettled by the deepening affection between Julie and Zach. Rex makes a renewed effort to mend things with Bree, who in turn

14. Love Is in the Air
Feb 13, 2005 · 43m · 7.7

A gentle affection permeated Wisteria Lane on Valentine's Day, though perhaps not universally. Susan anticipated a romantic evening with Mike, a pleasant prospect complicated by an unexpected revelation regarding her preferred plumber. Else

15. Impossible
Feb 20, 2005 · 43m · 7.1

The police interrogate Mike Delfino regarding Mrs. Huber's death, ultimately arresting him. Elsewhere, John's acquaintance, Justin, attempts to leverage his knowledge of a past affair to blackmail Gabrielle. Tom seeks a significant promotio

16. The Ladies Who Lunch
Mar 27, 2005 · 43m · 7.7

The quiet lives of Wisteria Lane are shattered when Maisy Gibbons is apprehended and charged with prostitution. The revelation sends ripples through the neighborhood, particularly for Bree and Rex, who find themselves grappling with the fal

17. There Won't Be Trumpets
Apr 3, 2005 · 43m · 7.7

A pall hung over Wisteria Lane as its residents gathered for the somber funeral of Juanita Solis. Amidst the grief, Carlos and Gabrielle wrestled with their own troubles – financial anxieties and legal complications casting a shadow over th

18. Children Will Listen
Apr 10, 2005 · 43m · 7.3

Following the end of her relationship, Susan’s mother arrives unexpectedly at Wisteria Lane. Elsewhere, Gabrielle finds herself at the mercy of Carlos's anger after he discovers the hospital settlement and attempts to manipulate their prenu

19. Live Alone and Like It
Apr 17, 2005 · 43m · 7.3

Lynette discovers that kindness can carry a hidden cost when she offers a moment's friendship to the notoriously unkind Mrs. McClusky. Meanwhile, Susan’s mother resolves to intervene, attempting to rekindle romance for both herself and her

20. Fear No More
May 1, 2005 · 43m · 7.0

Gabrielle is organizing a large party to say goodbye to Carlos, who is soon to begin an eight-month incarceration. Simultaneously, George Williams reappears in Bree’s life, a development that displeases Rex. Elsewhere, Lynette is dismayed t

21. Sunday in the Park with George
May 8, 2005 · 43m · 7.6

As George’s health declined, a shadow of guilt began to settle upon Bree regarding their friendship. Elsewhere, Lynette attempted to rekindle the spark with Tom, though she worried his affections were fading. Mr. Shaw, in a clandestine meet

22. Goodbye for Now
May 15, 2005 · 43m · 7.9

Susan and Mike’s decision to share a home is met with disapproval by Edie. Elsewhere, Lynette carefully navigates the complexities of her relationship with Tom, determined to keep Annabel from interfering. Bree, meanwhile, confronts a growi

23. One Wonderful Day
May 22, 2005 · 43m · 8.4

Bree admitted a gnawing guilt; she and Rex had been arguing when he suffered his heart attack, and now the diagnosis was a need for a pacemaker. Lynette’s marriage fractured sharply when a distraught Tom declared it was time for her to retu

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