Desperate Housewives

10 Best Episodes of Desperate Housewives - Season 5

Looking down on her friends and family isn't a way of life for Mary Alice Young... it's a way of death. One day, in her perfect house, in the loveliest of suburbs, Mary Alice ended it all. Now she's taking us into the lives of her family, friends and neighbors, commenting from her elevated P.O.V.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 04, 2023.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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Desperate Housewives - S5E21

#15 - Bargaining (Season 5 - Episode 21)

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 Katherine deceives Mike to win his heart. Jackson (guest star Gale Harold) walks back into Susan's life with a proposal, and an unexpected visit sends Dave to do some bargaining of his own.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 221 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E3

#14 - Kids Ain't Like Everybody Else (Season 5 - Episode 3)

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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 altercation between their kids. To her chagrin, Lynette comes home to find Tom and Dave have formed a garage band after she told him to get rid of his old things. Finally, Katherine and Mrs. McCluskey invite Edie to lunch to press her for more information on Dave.

The episode was rated 7.68 from 236 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E6

#13 - There's Always a Woman (Season 5 - Episode 6)

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. After breaking up with Jackson, Susan tries to surprise him, only to find the surprise is on her. Meanwhile, the bond between Bree and Katherine grows. Finally, Mrs. McCluskey enlists the help of her sister Roberta (guest star Lily Tomlin) to dig up dirt on Dave.

The episode was rated 7.70 from 242 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E15

#12 - In a World Where the Kings Are Employers (Season 5 - Episode 15)

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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 Andrew a raise.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 240 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E12

#11 - Connect! Connect! (Season 5 - Episode 12)

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.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 233 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E10

#10 - A Vision's Just a Vision (Season 5 - Episode 10)

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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. Katherine finds happiness, as Susan and Mike recognize the fate of their relationship. Meanwhile, Dave starts to lose his grip.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 243 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E11

#9 - Home Is the Place (Season 5 - Episode 11)

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 company while Jackson is away. Lynette catches Preston talking to Porter on the phone. Meanwhile, Edie grows weary of Dave, whose strange behavior hasn't abated.

The episode was rated 7.81 from 231 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E16

#8 - Crime Doesn't Pay (Season 5 - Episode 16)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.82 from 230 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E18

#7 - A Spark. To Pierce the Dark. (Season 5 - Episode 18)

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 come true.

The episode was rated 7.82 from 247 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E9

#6 - Me and My Town (Season 5 - Episode 9)

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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. Susan must learn to let go of the man she loves. Orson's attempt at a good night's sleep puts Bree in a most precarious, though amusing, position on the day of her big cooking demonstration.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 239 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E8

#5 - City on Fire (Season 5 - Episode 8)

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 expose Bree's imperfections. Lynette learns Porter and Anne Schilling plan to leave Fairview and disappear. Finally, everyone has gathered at a club to see the guys play in the annual "Battle of the Bands" when a fire erupts, threatening the lives of those in attendance. Some will fall as a hero will rise.

The episode was rated 7.87 from 245 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E24

#4 - If It's Only In Your Head (2) (Season 5 - Episode 24)

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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 danger at the hands of Dave.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 221 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E19

#3 - Look Into Their Eyes and You See What They Know (Season 5 - Episode 19)

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 competition; and Bree remembers how thoughtful she was towards Orson.

The episode was rated 7.95 from 252 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E5

#2 - Mirror, Mirror (Season 5 - Episode 5)

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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. Gabrielle's concerned she might be pregnant. Tom tells Lynette he's sold the pizzeria. A startling reason for the bond between Bree and Katherine is revealed. And finally, an outraged Mrs. McCluskey has the entire neighborhood questioning her sanity.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 248 votes.

Desperate Housewives - S5E13

#1 - The Best Thing That Ever Could Have Happened (Season 5 - Episode 13)

When Eli Scruggs (Beau Bridges), the neighborhood handyman, passes away, the residents of Wisteria Lane realize how much he affected their lives.

The episode was rated 8.12 from 265 votes.

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