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Season 5 – Big Love

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Bill Henrickson seems like a typical suburban husband and father, except for the fact that he has three wives, nine kids and three homes to maintain. The Salt Lake City polygamist has to juggle his families' needs while overseeing his casino business, fulfilling his political interests and attempting to reconnect with his fundamentalist relatives.
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Big Love — Season 5

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Critics Consensus

Political intrigue and promising performances buoy Big Love's final season, giving viewers a thoughtful rumination on what constitutes a family.

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Aileen Gallagher New York Magazine/Vulture Yes, Big Love got silly more than once... But it was never ironic about religion. The show's greatest achievement was its compassionate, complex portrayal of faith and the doubt that comes with it. Dec 11, 2018 Full Review Matt Zoller Seitz Salon.com Like so many HBO series, this one put an unsettling new frame around familiar, very basic conflicts, in a way that pushed viewers to consider their essence. Dec 11, 2018 Full Review Caryn James IndieWire This season Big Love addresses head-on the voyeurism and sexism that has always been at the series' center, and the drama becomes richer than ever. Dec 11, 2018 Full Review TV Fanatic Staff TV Fanatic The writers held out in some areas, while rushing to complete other storylines. Rated: 2.5/5 Dec 11, 2018 Full Review Matt Roush TV Guide Much about this current season either didn't make sense or greatly annoyed me... At least Big Love had an ending. Not every HBO series has been so lucky. Dec 11, 2018 Full Review Jessica Grabert CinemaBlend Even with its incessant drama, Big Love is such a warm show that we've come to know each of the characters like they are old friends. We want to know how life turns out for the Big Love clan. Rated: 3.5/5 Dec 11, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Fell apart after the first 4 seasons. Parts were okay but this was the weakest of the seasons. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Pese a todos los pronósticos, "Big Love", la serie de HBO acerca de Bill Henrickson (Bill Paxton), un mormón con tres esposas (Jeanne Tripplehorn, Ginnifer Goodwin y Chloe Sevigny) es una excelente serie que sabe tratar el tema, con muy buenas actuaciones, un guión magnífico y, en últimas, una serie relevante que apela al respeto por la diferencia. Usted no podrá dejarla de ver, es altamente adictiva. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member My favorite TV series all-time! Excellent character development, plots and subplots. Constant tension but also great spots of levity. A very believable, enjoyable drama. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Bill Paxton

Bill Henrickson

Jeanne Tripplehorn

Barb Henrickson

Chloë Sevigny

Nicolette Grant

Ginnifer Goodwin

Margene Heffman

Douglas Smith

Ben Henrickson

Grace Zabriskie

Lois Henrickson

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 16, 2011 Winter In the aftermath of his election, Bill tries to win over his constituents and employees; the family copes with psychological and physical threats; Alby returns from his desert exile with a desire to purify the compound. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 23, 2011 A Seat at the Table Bill attempts to stage a meeting for polygamist leaders; Barb tries to find common ground with her mother; Nicki learns the extent of Adaleen's isolation; Margene worries about the situation with Ana and Goran; Cara Lynn impresses her math teacher. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 30, 2011 Certain Poor Shepherds The Henricksons' holiday cheer is tested by family revelations; Lura takes drastic measures in response to Alby's purification of the compound; Lois drifts toward the deep end; Ben bonds with Heather; Cara Lynn looks for answers about her father. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 6, 2011 The Oath Bill tries to overcome the anti-polygamist sentiment swelling among state officials; Barb's attendance at a fashion show triggers resentment amongst the wives; Rhonda and Verlan try to shake down Alby; Nicki pushes for Cara Lynn's adoption. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 13, 2011 The Special Relationship Bill makes a deal in the Senate; Barb considers a dramatic life change; Bill and Nicki face a legal obstacle while trying to adopt Cara Lynn; Rhonda encourages Verlan to do Alby's bidding; Lois longs for her old life with Frank. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 19, 2011 D.I.V.O.R.C.E. Barb hopes to attain the priesthood and enlists the help of an ex-Mormon feminist; Bill faces impeachment pressure in the Senate; Nicki chafes at the status quo; Margene eyes a sponsor for her children's rally; Frank and Lois strike a deal. Details Episode 7 Aired Feb 27, 2011 Til Death Do Us Part Bill believes a wedding will help reseal his commitment to his wives; Nicki takes full advantage of her special day; Alby makes a power play; Lois resists Barb's vision of her future; Cara Lynn brings a guest to the theater; Heather changes her mind. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 6, 2011 The Noose Tightens Barb is pulled into the firestorm surrounding Bill and Margene; Nicki is confused by a revelation about Cara Lynn. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 13, 2011 Exorcism Bill fights for his family and his freedom; Alby prepares to settle unfinished business; Nicki plans Cara Lynn's future. Details Episode 10 Aired Mar 20, 2011 When Men and Mountains Meet Margene plans on going on a cruise by herself to help people, Barb prepares to get baptized in the new church, and Nicki fears that she will be left alone if Bill goes to prison. Details

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Season Info

Director
David Petrarca, Adam Davidson, Omar Madha, David Knoller, Howard Deutch, Dan Attias
Executive Producer
Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman, Mark V. Olsen, Will Scheffer
Screenwriter
Mark V. Olsen, Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, Jami O'Brien, Julia Cho, Patricia Breen, Melanie Marnich, Seth Greenland, Aaron Allen, Will Scheffer
Network
HBO
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 16, 2011