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Season 5 – Damages

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While still pursuing big litigation cases, high-powered attorney Patty Hewes has been caring for her granddaughter and experiencing a second chance at raising a child. However, that may end when Patty's son, Michael, sues for custody of the little girl. When Patty's protege, Ellen Parsons, agrees to testify as a character witness for Michael at the custody trial, Patty scrambles to prevent her from taking the stand, fearing that Ellen will reveal Patty's secrets. To prevent the testimony, Patty refers Channing McClaren, a famous computer hacker, to Ellen, knowing that she will not be able to resist taking on such a high-profile client having just launched her own firm. When Patty files a lawsuit against McClaren -- whom Ellen has agreed to represent -- the judge in the custody case rules that Ellen cannot take the stand until the McClaren case is resolved.
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Damages concludes with nary a crack across its artistic integrity; the fifth and final season bringing the contentious mentorship between Patty Hewes and Ellen Parsons to a satisfying finish.

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Heather Havrilesky Salon.com Damages is that odd show that offers intriguing dialogue and smart, weighty scenes, but the final pay-off, even though it's thrilling and unpredictable, still feels a little empty. Jul 12, 2019 Full Review Emma G. Keller Guardian Close has been excellent at keeping her dramatic crazy in check -- until now. Dec 4, 2018 Full Review Jeffrey Bloomer Slate Judging from the first couple episodes, this final season may be the show's strongest since the first. Jul 11, 2012 Full Review Alex Trivilino What Culture Completed a perfect arc for the tumultuous five-year Ellen and Patty war. Rated: 5/5 Dec 4, 2018 Full Review Ethan Alter Television Without Pity If you've stuck with the series this long, you'll be happy to hear it ends on a mostly satisfying note. Jul 16, 2013 Full Review Curt Wagner RedEye Damages proves once again why it is one of the smartest thrillers on TV. Jul 11, 2012 Full Review Read all reviews

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Sam W Great ending to an amazing series. Rose and Glenn are incredible to watch Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/16/23 Full Review StephenPaul C The greatest final 10 episodes of any series!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/23/23 Full Review Audience Member An amazingly talented integration of acting and technology to weave together a complicated series that couples complexity with a central core of actors. It also managed to remain fresh by the sudden appearance of well known actors like William Hurt, John Goodman, Judd Hirsch....The use of current issues (ponzi scheme, wiki-leaks, medical tests on the poor in underdeveloped countries, insider trading -- gave a currency to this lengthy series. I was particularly interested in the film editing and photographic methods -- particularly the use of filters -- as almost subliminal ways of conveying messages. And John Goodman gave a 5-star depiction of a morally corrupt Bible-quoting murderous hypocrite in a series that may have the monopoly on depicting such. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member A rather satisfying conclusion to the under-appreciated Damages, that manages to really culminate the whole series. Material you thought would never come up again, is returned to this final season (albeit not as effectively as a show like Breaking Bad might do), and the inevitable showdown between Patty and Ellen is mostly riveting. Also, Rose Byrne really shows why she's a kick-ass actress here! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Glenn Close

Patty Hewes

Rose Byrne

Ellen Parsons

Ryan Phillippe

Channing McClaren

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 11, 2012 You Want to End This Once and for All? When a whistleblower approaches Channing McClaren (Ryan Phillippe), it lays the foundation for a case that pits Patty (Glenn Close) and Ellen (Rose Byrne) against each other. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 18, 2012 Have You Met the Eel Yet? A mysterious hacker claims to have more details about the Princefield leak; a former colleague of Patty's offers Ellen her services. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 25, 2012 Failure Is Failure Ellen (Rose Byrne) confronts McClaren (Ryan Phillippe) about inconsistencies in his story. Ellen's mother seeks her help. Details Episode 4 Aired Aug 1, 2012 I Love You, Mommy Patty and Ellen dig deeper into the source of the Princefield leak. Meanwhile, Patty uses the press to battle Ellen. Details Episode 5 Aired Aug 8, 2012 There's Something Wrong With Me Someone from McClaren's (Ryan Phillippe) personal life sheds light on his past. Patty confronts an adversary. Details Episode 6 Aired Aug 15, 2012 I Need to Win The attack Ellen (Rose Byrne) suffered years ago comes back to haunt her. Details Episode 7 Aired Aug 22, 2012 The Storm's Moving In A snowstorm leaves Patty (Glenn Close) and Ellen (Rose Byrne) stranded. McClaren (Ryan Phillippe) uncovers a key player in the trading scandal. Details Episode 8 Aired Aug 29, 2012 I'm Afraid of What I'll Find Ellen (Rose Byrne) begins to uncover the truth about her attacker. Chris Sanchez (Chris Messina) approaches McClaren (Ryan Phillippe) with information. Details Episode 9 Aired Sep 5, 2012 I Like Your Chair McClaren's (Ryan Phillippe) latest leak thrusts Ellen (Rose Byrne) into the spotlight. Tensions between McClaren and Rutger Simon (John Hannah) come to a head. Details Episode 10 Aired Sep 12, 2012 But You Don't Do That Anymore Patty and Ellen face off against each other in court, and the shocking results alter their lives forever. Details

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Season Info

Network
FX
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 11, 2012