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Desperate Housewives (2004 – 2012)

2004 • 8 seasons • Drama, Comedy • TV-PG
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Desperate HousewivesSeason 5

24 episodes · Sep 28, 2008

This season plunges viewers into a captivating enigma revolving around Edie Britt’s past – specifically, her rarely discussed third marriage to a man named Dave Williams. As secrets resurface and questions arise about his sudden appearance, the team finds themselves unraveling a complex web of connections tied to Dave's identity and his relationship with Edie. Expect twists, turns, and a deep dive into a chapter of Edie’s life that promises to be more complicated than anyone initially imagined, all while the investigation keeps everyone guessing about who Dave Williams truly is and what he's hiding.

1. You're Gonna Love Tomorrow
Sep 28, 2008 · 43m · 7.4

Five years had passed since Katherine’s act of violence against her ex-husband, a moment witnessed by the unwavering support of Susan, Lynette, Bree, and Gaby. Now, Susan navigated a clandestine romance, while Gaby wrestled with doubts abou

2. We're So Happy You're So Happy
Oct 5, 2008 · 43m · 7.2

Without knowing where Jackson was, Susan went to a nearby bar, thinking he might be with Mike. Instead, she quickly found herself in a difficult situation. Meanwhile, having spent money that wasn't hers, Gabrielle tried to persuade Carlos t

3. Kids Ain't Like Everybody Else
Oct 12, 2008 · 43m · 8.1

Danielle, Bree's daughter who had long since distanced herself, returned to Wisteria Lane only to be met with a torrent of disapproval. Elsewhere, a bitter feud ignited between Gabrielle and Susan, sparked by a conflict between their childr

4. Back in Business
Oct 19, 2008 · 43m · 7.9

Bree’s recent ascent to prominence stirs a quiet envy among the other women of Wisteria Lane. Lynette yearns for the days of her former career as an advertising executive, finding a measure of satisfaction in her role as Bree's marketing ma

5. Mirror, Mirror
Oct 26, 2008 · 43m · 8.4

Dave, harboring a secret motive, persuades Susan to organize a surprise party for Mrs. McCluskey’s seventieth birthday. Meanwhile, Jackson seeks to deepen his connection with Susan. Gabrielle wrestles with the possibility of pregnancy. Tom

6. There's Always a Woman
Nov 2, 2008 · 43m · 7.9

A wave of elation washes over Gaby when Carlos' client extends an irresistible offer, but a surprising revelation casts a shadow of doubt. Lynette finds herself increasingly wary of Tom's behavior, a suspicion blossoming into certainty. Fol

7. What More Do I Need?
Nov 9, 2008 · 42m · 8.0

A disquieting truth emerges surrounding Porter, as Lynette and Tom delve deeper into his life. Gabrielle grows suspicious of Virginia, Carlos's most important client, sensing hidden agendas. Bree’s vulnerability threatens to expose her to p

8. City on Fire
Nov 16, 2008 · 43m · 8.5

Julie, Susan’s daughter, arrives for a visit, accompanied by a rather unexpected new companion. Gabrielle discovers that Mrs. Hildebrand has named her and Carlos as the sole inheritors of her vast estate. A reporter sets their sights on unc

9. Me and My Town
Nov 30, 2008 · 42m · 8.0

The fire brought a surprising boon for Gaby and Carlos, though for many others, the aftermath proved far less kind. Lynette and Tom resolved to shield their son, Porter, from any harm. Susan wrestled with the need to relinquish the man she

10. A Vision's Just a Vision
Dec 7, 2008 · 43m · 8.4

Lynette employs drastic measures to shield her son. Carlos comes to understand the depth of Gaby's sacrifices for their family. Bree strives to demonstrate to Andrew that she has fully embraced him. Katherine discovers contentment as Susan

11. Home Is the Place
Jan 4, 2009 · 43m · 8.1

A rift forms between Bree and Alex’s mother, a consequence of their sons’ shared affections. Gabrielle encourages Carlos to accept a lucrative position, acknowledging the inevitable distance it will create. Susan finds solace in Lee’s compa

12. Connect! Connect!
Jan 11, 2009 · 44m · 8.0

A shared mishap seals Susan and Edie within a basement, prompting a frantic search for Porter. Lynette's quest for him unexpectedly leads her back to her mother. Meanwhile, Mike and Katherine navigate the complexities of their evolving rela

13. The Best Thing That Ever Could Have Happened
Jan 18, 2009 · 43m · 9.1

The passing of Eli Scruggs (Beau Bridges), the neighborhood handyman, brought to the residents of Wisteria Lane a sudden and poignant awareness of the quiet ways he had touched their lives.

14. Mama Spent Money When She Had None
Feb 8, 2009 · 43m · 7.9

Bree indulged in a new automobile. Susan yearned to enroll M.J. in a top-tier school, despite the financial strain on her and Mike. Gaby resolved to regain her physical fitness. Lee contemplated whether to share unsettling details about Dav

15. In a World Where the Kings are Employers
Feb 15, 2009 · 43m · 7.9

Susan accepted a new position. Lynette informed Tom that the time had come to sell Scavo's Pizzeria. Gaby learned that Carlos’s employer harbored a secret shame. Orson confronted Bree after discovering she had granted Andrew a salary increa

16. Crime Doesn't Pay
Mar 8, 2009 · 43m · 7.9

Bree offers to assist Lynette in her search for employment for Tom; Gaby finds herself in a difficult position as a result of Carlos’s employer’s infidelity; and, following a serendipitous meeting with someone from her past, Edie begins to

17. The Story of Lucy and Jessie
Mar 15, 2009 · 43m · 8.0

Susan attempts to gain favor with a colleague, a teacher at her workplace. Gaby persuades Carlos to offer Lynette a position. Meanwhile, Edie persists in investigating Dave’s history.

18. A Spark. To Pierce the Dark.
Mar 22, 2009 · 43m · 8.9

Bree considers selling her business, hoping it will be the key to salvaging her marriage. Elsewhere, Lynette faces jeopardy at work; Katherine finds herself unexpectedly entangled in a difficult situation; and Edie’s most deeply held appreh

19. Look Into Their Eyes and You See What They Know
Apr 19, 2009 · 43m · 8.8

Edie found herself the focus of their recollections as the other women drifted into reminiscence. Susan recalled their initial encounter with vivid detail; Lynnette remembered a night etched in her mind; Gaby spoke of a convivial rivalry; a

20. Rose's Turn
Apr 26, 2009 · 43m · 8.2

Lynette was in a difficult situation, one she deliberately concealed from Tom. Meanwhile, Gabrielle offered a hasty explanation for Tom’s evasiveness. Orson, in turn, attempted to disguise the extent of his injuries from Bree. Katherine, sp

21. Bargaining
May 3, 2009 · 43m · 6.8

Desperate to secure her preferred legal counsel, Bree compromises her principles. Gabrielle’s pride is challenged when she strikes an arrangement with her daughter, Juanita. Elsewhere, Lynette and Tom navigate a delicate negotiation regardi

22. Marry Me a Little
May 10, 2009 · 43m · 8.1

Bree meticulously conceals her aims from Orson, while Susan and Jackson perform for the watchful eyes of the authorities. Lynette is dismayed by the extent of Tom’s efforts to appear younger, and Katherine shields Mike from the truth, feari

23. Everybody Says Don't
May 17, 2009 · 43m · 8.2

A shadow fell over Gabrielle when Carlos proposed that his niece, Ana – a young woman with a reputation for mischief – take up residence with them, threatening the delicate balance of their lives. Simultaneously, Lynette’s irritation with T

24. If It's Only in Your Head
May 17, 2009 · 43m · 8.6

Lynette adjusts to Tom’s choice to return to academia, while Orson suffers a harsh fate that baffles Bree. Gabrielle’s niece relocates to Wisteria Lane, and Susan and MJ find themselves in perilous jeopardy at the hands of Dave.

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