Episode guide

Desperate Housewives: Season 5

24 episodes · first aired Sep 28, 2008

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

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1 You're Gonna Love Tomorrow Sep 28, 2008 · 43m 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 new…
2 We're So Happy You're So Happy Oct 5, 2008 · 43m 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 Oct 12, 2008 · 43m 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 Oct 19, 2008 · 43m 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 as Bree's marketing…
5 Mirror, Mirror Oct 26, 2008 · 43m 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 level…
6 There's Always a Woman Nov 2, 2008 · 43m 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 on her…
7 What More Do I Need? Nov 9, 2008 · 42m 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…
8 City on Fire Nov 16, 2008 · 43m 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 Nov 30, 2008 · 42m 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 at any cost…
10 A Vision's Just a Vision Dec 7, 2008 · 43m 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 who he is…
11 Home Is the Place Jan 4, 2009 · 43m 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 Lee for…
12 Connect! Connect! Jan 11, 2009 · 44m 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…
13 The Best Thing That Ever Could Have Happened Jan 18, 2009 · 43m 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 Feb 8, 2009 · 43m 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 shape; Lee wonders if he should tell Tom…
15 In a World Where the Kings are Employers Feb 15, 2009 · 43m 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 has given…
16 Crime Doesn't Pay Mar 8, 2009 · 43m 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 Dave's past.
17 The Story of Lucy and Jessie Mar 15, 2009 · 43m 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. Mar 22, 2009 · 43m 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…
19 Look Into Their Eyes and You See What They Know Apr 19, 2009 · 43m 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…
20 Rose's Turn Apr 26, 2009 · 43m 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 wounds from…
21 Bargaining May 3, 2009 · 43m 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 and Tom negotiate sex, and…
22 Marry Me a Little May 10, 2009 · 43m 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 go to in order to look…
23 Everybody Says Don't May 17, 2009 · 43m 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 May 17, 2009 · 43m 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 in grave…