Zak H
Season 5 of "Grey's Anatomy" is a tour de force that showcases the series at its absolute best. Shonda Rhimes has masterfully crafted a season that is emotionally charged, dramatically intense, and filled with character development that leaves a lasting impact. This season is a perfect blend of heart, humor, and high-stakes medical drama, cementing "Grey's Anatomy" as a powerhouse in television storytelling.
Ellen Pompeo gives a career-defining performance as Meredith Grey. This season, Meredith's emotional journey is both raw and uplifting, as she grapples with her mother's legacy, her own professional ambitions, and her deeply complicated relationship with Derek Shepherd (Patrick Dempsey). Their love story reaches new heights, delivering some of the most memorable and heartfelt moments of the series.
Sandra Oh continues to shine as Cristina Yang, whose character arc is particularly compelling this season. Cristina's relationship with Owen Hunt (Kevin McKidd), a trauma surgeon with his own set of demons, brings a new dimension to her character. Their chemistry is electric, and their interactions are some of the season's highlights.
The ensemble cast is firing on all cylinders. Katherine Heigl as Izzie Stevens undergoes a heartbreaking and transformative storyline involving a devastating medical diagnosis. Heigl's portrayal of Izzie's struggles and resilience is deeply moving. T.R. Knight’s George O'Malley, Chandra Wilson’s Miranda Bailey, and Justin Chambers’ Alex Karev all have significant moments that showcase their talents and deepen their characters.
One of the standout elements of Season 5 is its ability to seamlessly integrate gripping medical cases with the personal lives of the characters. The medical emergencies are as dramatic and intense as ever, serving as perfect backdrops to the characters' personal challenges and growth. Episodes like "Stairway to Heaven" and "What a Difference a Day Makes" are prime examples of how the show balances these elements to create emotionally resonant storytelling.
The writing this season is top-notch, with sharp dialogue, well-paced storylines, and a perfect blend of humor and pathos. The show tackles heavy themes such as life and death, love and loss, and personal redemption with a deft touch. The season finale, "Now or Never," is a masterclass in suspense and emotion, leaving viewers both satisfied and eagerly anticipating the next chapter.
Visually, "Grey's Anatomy" maintains its high production values with dynamic direction and a fitting soundtrack that enhances the emotional beats of the series. The use of music, particularly in key scenes, continues to be a strong point, adding depth and resonance to the storytelling.
In conclusion, Season 5 of "Grey's Anatomy" is a stellar example of what makes the show so special. It's a season filled with emotional highs and lows, unforgettable character moments, and compelling medical drama. The outstanding performances, particularly from Ellen Pompeo and Sandra Oh, combined with exceptional writing and production, make this season a must-watch. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the series, Season 5 of "Grey's Anatomy" is television at its finest.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
08/07/24
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Max Paulo
Muito melhor que a quarta temporada, tem humor, tem drama tem quase tudo de bom menos o Owen e seu plote militar inútil.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
08/27/23
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Audience Member
Fantástico. Toda a temporada, todos os papéis, tudo foi bom. Aplausos para Ellen Pompeo no episódio "Stairway to Heaven", Dempsey em "I Will Follow You Into Dark", Sandra Oh no episódio "Elevator Love Letter" e, finalmente, Heighl em "Stand By Me". O melhor mesmo foi o final da temporada com o épico "007"... "É o George! É o George!"...
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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
01/09/23
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dave d
More unrealistic and silly as it goes along. Ghosts, new boring characters, storylines that cut off for no reason (probably cause they're idiotic) are among the peeves. The guest characters and the continued brilliant performance of Oh are the only reason to watch
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Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars
03/30/23
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Episode 1
Aired Sep 25, 2008
Dream a Little Dream of Me
A freak ice storm brings trauma patients to Seattle Grace; Meredith and Derek discover that "happily ever after" isn't easy; a mysterious military doctor catches Cristina's eye.
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Episode 2
Aired Sep 25, 2008
Dream a Little Dream of Me
A freak ice storm brings trauma patients to Seattle Grace; Meredith and Derek discover that "happily ever after" isn't easy; a mysterious military doctor catches Cristina's eye.
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Episode 3
Aired Oct 9, 2008
Here Comes the Flood
A plumbing leak becomes a flood, causing chaos at Seattle Grace; the chief tries to implement new teaching policies; George tries to take his residency exam again; Derek hopes to move Meredith's roommates out of her house.
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Episode 4
Aired Oct 16, 2008
Brave New World
Derek finds an old diary of Meredith's mother; Callie anxiously prepares for her first real date with Erica; Cristina stumbles into a part of the hospital that she and the other residents have never seen.
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Episode 5
Aired Oct 23, 2008
There's No I in Team
Bailey leads a team of doctors performing a string of surgeries in which each procedure depends on the one that preceded it; Derek gets all the credit for the brain tumor study he did with Meredith; Lexie tries hard to get George to notice her.
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Episode 6
Aired Oct 30, 2008
Life During Wartime
Bailey and a team of surgeons must remove a young girl's inoperable tumor; as the new head of trauma, Owen Hunt challenges the surgical abilities of the residents and the attending doctor's methods.
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Episode 7
Aired Nov 6, 2008
Rise Up
The residents compete for a solo surgery; Derek asks Bailey for advice when he feels Cristina is interfering in his relationship with Meredith; Erica discovers a surprising connection between a surgical resident and a longtime patient.
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Episode 8
Aired Nov 13, 2008
These Ties That Bind
Sadie, one of Meredith's oldest friends, becomes an intern at Seattle Grace; Lexie leads her fellow interns in unorthodox, secretive surgical training; a new surgeon brings rules and order to the OR.
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Episode 9
Aired Nov 20, 2008
In the Midnight Hour
Meredith, Bailey and Cristina help Lexie and Sadie when a routine surgery goes awry; Derek and Owen treat a man who got injured while sleepwalking; Mark comforts the sleepwalker's daughter.
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Episode 10
Aired Dec 4, 2008
All By Myself
Cristina is awarded the first solo surgery among the residents, but she is forced to give it up and choose her replacement; Lexie is impressed when Mark performs a cutting-edge procedure; Callie doesn't know if Sadie is friendly or flirtatious.
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Episode 11
Aired Jan 8, 2009
Wish You Were Here
Bailey and Seattle Grace's new pediatric surgeon try to save the life of a longtime patient; the admission of a death row inmate angers Derek; Izzie tells Alex that she has been seeing Denny.
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Episode 12
Aired Jan 15, 2009
Sympathy for the Devil
Derek's mother makes a surprise visit and meets Meredith for the first time; Mark tries to hide his relationship with Lexie; Cristina and Owen try to go on their first date.
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Episode 13
Aired Jan 22, 2009
Stairway to Heaven
Everyone in the hospital tries to find a new organ donor for a patient; Mark is left in a compromising position; Cristina tries to avoid Owen.
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Episode 14
Aired Feb 5, 2009
Beat Your Heart Out
Derek looks for the perfect way to propose to Meredith; Lexie wants Mark to go public with their relationship; Bailey considers taking her medical career in a new direction.
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Episode 15
Aired Feb 12, 2009
Before and After
Addison, Naomi and Sam rush Archer to Seattle Grace, where they reunite with old friends in hope of saving his life; Izzie devises a medical game to teach the interns; Owen runs into someone significant from his past.
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Episode 16
Aired Feb 16, 2009
An Honest Mistake
Derek and Addison face off as they try to save a pregnant patient's life; a surgeon botches a standard procedure; Bailey is shocked by the chief's recommendation letter.
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Episode 17
Aired Mar 12, 2009
I Will Follow You Into the Dark
Derek decides to quit after learning that more of his patients have died than survived; Izzie's interns make an unsettling discovery about "Patient X."
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Episode 18
Aired Mar 19, 2009
Stand by Me
Meredith tries to convince Derek to come back to work; Mark attempts a face transplant surgery; Izzie tries to keep her medical condition a secret.
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Episode 19
Aired Mar 26, 2009
Elevator Love Letter
Izzie's medical condition requires a difficult surgery; one of Owen's PTSD episodes causes Cristina to be injured.
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Episode 20
Aired Apr 23, 2009
Sweet Surrender
While undergoing aggressive cancer treatment, Izzie focuses on planning Meredith and Derek's wedding; Callie's father visits; Owen seeks help with his PTSD.
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Episode 21
Aired Apr 30, 2009
No Good at Saying Sorry (One More Chance)
Izzie's mother (Sharon Lawrence) pays her a surprise visit; Thatcher tries to make amends with Meredith and Lexie; Meredith and the Chief argue over a controversial case.
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Episode 22
Aired May 7, 2009
What a Difference a Day Makes
Derek and Meredith get ready for their wedding; college students injured in a car accident are admitted to the ER; Izzie starts experiencing familiar symptoms.
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Episode 23
Aired May 14, 2009
Here's to Future Days
Izzie ponders whether to have a risky procedure; a patient prompts Owen to reassess his place at Seattle Grace; George has stunning news for Bailey; the doctors of Seattle Grace band together to save the victim of a traffic accident.
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Episode 24
Aired May 14, 2009
Now or Never
Izzie ponders whether to have a risky procedure; a patient prompts Owen to reassess his place at Seattle Grace; George has stunning news for Bailey; the doctors of Seattle Grace band together to save the victim of a traffic accident.
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