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10 Best Episodes of House - Season 5

Looking for a TV show that will keep you on the edge of your seat? Look no further than "House"! This gripping medical drama first aired in 2004 and quickly became a fan favorite. With its unconventional protagonist, Dr. Gregory House, leading a team of brilliant diagnosticians at Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital, "House" offers a unique twist on the typical medical show. Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions as you follow the thrilling cases and personal struggles of the characters throughout the show's nine seasons.

One of the reasons why "House" has captivated audiences for years is its compelling and complex characters. Dr. House, brilliantly played by Hugh Laurie, is a drug-addicted, unconventional, and misanthropic medical genius. His unorthodox methods and sharp wit make him a fascinating character to watch. But it's not just about the titular character – the supporting cast, including Dr. Lisa Cuddy, Dr. James Wilson, and the rest of House's team, bring their own depth and intrigue to the show.

If you're a fan of medical dramas with a twist, "House" is a must-watch. With its gripping storylines, brilliant performances, and unique blend of drama and humor, this show is perfect for binge-watching or enjoying one episode at a time. So grab your popcorn, settle in, and get ready to be hooked on "House"!

Written by Sophie and last updated on may 06, 2024.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!

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House - S5E15

#15 - Unfaithful (Season 5 - Episode 15)

When a priest who runs a homeless shelter sees a bleeding Jesus hovering at his doorstep, he is admitted to the ER. House takes on the case as a distraction for the team while he confronts Foreman and Thirteen about their relationship. The team soon learns the priest had been involved in a molestation scandal that caused him to lose his faith. However, just as they are about to dismiss his case, the patient’s condition takes a drastic turn for the worse, and House grapples with his past and his belief

The episode was rated 7.77 from 660 votes.

House - S5E10

#14 - Let Them Eat Cake (Season 5 - Episode 10)

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The team takes on the case of a fitness guru on an all-natural diet who collapsed while filming a video. Meanwhile, Foreman conducts Huntington's Disease drug trials and Thirteen signs on as a subject, Cuddy is forced to move into House's office, and Kutner uses House's name to run an online medical-advice website.

The episode was rated 7.82 from 700 votes.

House - S5E12

#13 - Painless (Season 5 - Episode 12)

House and the team try to diagnose a man living with severe, chronic pain; Thirteen and Foreman explore their complicated relationship; Cuddy discovers that caring for her baby leaves her with little time to run the hospital.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 662 votes.

House - S5E21

#12 - Saviors (Season 5 - Episode 21)

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Cameron postpones her vacation with Chase in order to ask House to accept the case of an environmental radical who collapsed at a protest with unexplainable symptoms. Although suspicious of her motives, House agrees. Since she pushed him to take the case so emphatically, House forces Cameron to take the lead and run many of the tests on the patient. Meanwhile, House is unsure of Wilson’s new healthy diet.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 657 votes.

House - S5E16

#11 - The Softer Side (Season 5 - Episode 16)

A patient with both male and female DNA has the team stumped. Meanwhile, House starts acting nicely, raising Cuddy's and Wilson's suspicions that something is terribly wrong.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 692 votes.

House - S5E17

#10 - The Social Contract (Season 5 - Episode 17)

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House and the team take on the case of Nick, a book editor who loses his inhibitions. The team realizes Nick has frontal lobe disinhibition, which causes him to speak his mind having no control over what he says and making him just like House. Meanwhile, House suspects Wilson and Taub are keeping something from him.

The episode was rated 7.86 from 671 votes.

House - S5E1

#9 - Dying Changes Everything (Season 5 - Episode 1)

In the aftermath of personal tragedy, Wilson resigns from the hospital... and from his friendship with House. Meanwhile, Thirteen struggles with her personal medical problems while helping treat an executive assistant with a similar situation to her own.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 772 votes.

House - S5E11

#8 - Joy to the World (Season 5 - Episode 11)

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House and his team deal with a bullied girl who collapses during her school's Christmas program. Meanwhile, Foreman and Thirteen grow closer during the Huntington's disease drug trials, House gives a patient a gift, the staff wonder who gave House a special gift, and Cuddy gets an unexpected gift.

The episode was rated 7.92 from 685 votes.

House - S5E4

#7 - Birthmarks (Season 5 - Episode 4)

While en route to his father's funeral, House must help the team with a differential diagnosis on a young Chinese girl who has collapsed under mysterious circumstances.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 717 votes.

House - S5E22

#6 - House Divided (Season 5 - Episode 22)

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The team takes on the case of a deaf 14-year-old named Seth who collapsed after he started “hearing” explosions while competing in a wrestling match. When the team tries to test him for seizures, Seth loses vision in one eye, complicating House’s bunk theory of “Exploding Head Syndrome.” As his condition worsens, the team has an ethical disagreement about the patient and his mother’s adamant decision to forego cochlear implants to supplement his hearing. When the prospect of giving Seth the ability to hear for the first time in his life arises, House and the team are faced with a resounding decision. Meanwhile, House’s lack of sleep starts to play tricks on his mind, but he finds his insomnia may be a gift instead of a burden

The episode was rated 7.98 from 693 votes.

House - S5E20

#5 - Simple Explanation (Season 5 - Episode 20)

Charlotte, an older woman who has spent the last six months taking care of her dying husband Eddie, is rushed to Princeton Plainsboro after collapsing from respiratory failure. The couple becomes a double mystery for the team when Eddie begins to improve as Charlotte’s condition worsens. The previously unthinkable becomes real when it seems that Charlotte will die before Eddie, and the team will be forced to make a difficult decision.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 711 votes.

House - S5E19

#4 - Locked In (Season 5 - Episode 19)

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A man awakens in New York after a bicycle accident unable to move or communicate in any way. House, himself injured in a motorcycle mishap, occupies the hospital bed next to Lee and quickly annoys the doctors treating them both by insisting that Lee has “locked-in” syndrome.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 720 votes.

House - S5E9

#3 - Last Resort (Season 5 - Episode 9)

A man seeking the right diagnosis for his illness is willing to take on the hospital and the SWAT team to get it. He takes thirteen and several patients from the waiting room and puts them in Cuddy's office. To put an end to the crisis they must come up with the right diagnosis, treat the wounded, and hold off a SWAT team.

The episode was rated 8.10 from 722 votes.

House - S5E23

#2 - Under My Skin (Season 5 - Episode 23)

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House and the team take on the case of a ballerina whose lungs collapse in the middle of a performance. When the treatment causes her skin to fall off, the dancer faces not only the prospect of never dancing again but also of dying an agonizing death. The team must use their imaginations to carefully choreograph ways to test and treat her delicate body without killing her. Meanwhile, House continues to suffer from what he thinks is insomnia, and he is willing to go to desperate measures to cure it.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 707 votes.

House - S5E24

#1 - Both Sides Now (Season 5 - Episode 24)

In the House episode "Both Sides Now," the team is faced with a perplexing case involving a man named Scott. What makes Scott unique is that his left brain and right brain operate independently, resulting in two distinct personalities. With Scott's warring personalities creating chaos, the team is faced with a challenging task of diagnosing his condition. As the struggle for dominance between his two sides intensifies, the team must resort to unconventional methods to gain Scott's cooperation for necessary testing. Get ready for a mind-bending journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Meanwhile, in this episode, House refuses to make an appearance in the clinic, leading Cuddy to take matters into her own hands. She takes an unconventional approach to force House to make up for lost time with a particular patient. Brace yourself for unexpected twists and turns as Cuddy's unconventional methods clash with House's stubbornness.

Prepare yourself for an emotional rollercoaster in "Both Sides Now." This episode will leave you questioning reality and tugging at your heartstrings. Beware of the tear-jerking moments that will have you reaching for the tissues. And don't forget to celebrate the joyous occasion of the Chameron wedding! This episode of House is one you won't want to miss.

The episode was rated 8.50 from 740 votes.

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