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Season 5 – Parenthood

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The four grown Braverman siblings -- Adam, Sarah, Crosby and Julia -- share the joys, heartaches and headaches of parenthood in their California hometown. As their parents deal with life and marital issues, the four lean on one another while tackling the challenges of modern family life in an updated reimagining of the 1989 film by the same name.
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Parenthood will leave viewers in tears with a fifth season that frankly engages with the tribulations of family, further cementing its claim as an exemplar of the genre.

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Michelle Newman Entertainment Weekly Sorry, Team Mark fans, I was just never able to get on board with Sarah's (or anyone else's) infatuation with him...But regardless of how I feel, Sarah is instantly smitten when they have a meet-cute at the high school's parent night. Feb 21, 2019 Full Review Jen Chaney New York Magazine/Vulture There was a scene in last night's season-five finale of Parenthood that, for me, demonstrated what this show is capable of when it's striking all the right poignant, textured notes. Rated: 3/5 Feb 15, 2019 Full Review David Bianculli NPR Family dramas always have been one of television's most difficult genres to do properly, without getting too sweet, too overwrought, or much too predictable. Parenthood, like Friday Night Lights, is as good as the family drama genre gets. Apr 8, 2014 Full Review Amber Dowling The Loop Man, is it ever heartbreaking to watch. Nov 15, 2013 Full Review Jocelyn W TV Equals Change is not always easy to embrace - even good change. And that fellow Parenthood fans, is where we get our weekly drama. Oct 20, 2013 Full Review Adam Vitcavage Paste Magazine The show did a nice job balancing the stories, even if some of them weren't that solid. That has always been a plight of the show. Rated: 7.7/10 Oct 4, 2013 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Heartbreaking stuff once again. Max's story line made me super emotional :( It was really hard to watch him suffer. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member An incredibly real and heart-wrenching show. Definitely a favorite!!!! I hope they keep it going! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Truly one of the best shows on TV right now, if not the best. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member I wish I had a family like them. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member I LOVE this show. Definitely my favorite. Amazing cast and story lines. I only wish it aired earlier so I didn't have to stay up late to watch it. (No, it cannot wait until the next day! :-) Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Wonderful writing, fantastic acting and always moving. One of my fav shows. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Peter Krause

Adam Braverman

Dax Shepard

Crosby Braverman

Craig T. Nelson

Zeek Braverman

Lauren Graham

Sarah Braverman

Max Burkholder

Max Braverman

Miles Heizer

Drew

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 26, 2013 It Has to be Now The new Braverman baby causes a stir; Kristina takes on another kind of fight; Joel and Julia face challenges; Hank returns; Amber's boyfriend returns home. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 3, 2013 All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard Julia discovers that she has a lot in common with a school parent volunteer; Hank visits unexpectedly and shares advice with Sarah; Zeek doesn't want to talk about the future. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 10, 2013 Nipple Confusion Jasmine and Crosby struggle with the challenges of raising a baby; Julia and Joel are pushed into problematic directions; Sarah turns to Hank for help and comfort. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 17, 2013 In Dreams Begin Responsibilities Kristina's campaign challenges Adam's comfort zone; Sarah and Amber try to talk about the wedding; Drew works to get closer to Natalie; Zeek gets the opportunity to provide teaching moments to his grandchildren; Crosby deals with a difficult star. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 24, 2013 Let's Be Mad Together Joel seeks boundaries with Peet; Adam and Crosby better their business by setting boundaries with the band; Julia and Camille discover they have something in common; Sarah talks to Ryan and Amber. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 31, 2013 The M Word Joel and Julia try to keep everything together; Adam and Kristina ask the family for help as they focus on the campaign trail. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 7, 2013 Speaking of Baggage Kristina tells Amber a story about her relationship with Adam; Drew falls hard for a classmate; Max finds some pictures from Hank and Sarah's past. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 14, 2013 The Ring Zeek gives Sarah advice; unsettling news from Victor's school creates tension in Julia's home; the media discovers skeletons in Kristina's closet; Amber makes a decision that shakes things up with Ryan. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 21, 2013 Election Day Jasmine and Crosby take advantage of the election as a teaching moment for Jabbar; the band asks Amber to sing guide vocals; Sarah lends Hank a hand. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 12, 2013 All That's Left Is the Hugging Amber confronts Ryan about an issue; Drew asks Crosby for advice on girls; Adam shows support for Kristina. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 2, 2014 Promises Joel steps in when Ed confronts Julia; in Camille's absence, Zeek makes a new friend; Carl and Sarah attend a fundraiser. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 9, 2014 Stay a Little Longer Sarah receives good news about a job; Jasmine is less than thrilled when Crosby opens his home to Oliver Rome, whose band has reached a breaking point; Amber is faced with a painful reality. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 16, 2014 Jump Ball Not everyone attends Camille's welcome home party; Joel spends long hours away from Julia; Hank confronts his problems. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 23, 2014 You've Got Mold Sarah starts a project with Hank; Kristina takes on her new role as community counselor; Crosby finds mold in the house; Joel and Julia try to explain recent events to the kids. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 27, 2014 Just Like at Home Julia's siblings offer support during a tough time; Jasmine and Crosby stay with Zeek and Camille; Drew turns to Amber for advice on girls. Details Episode 16 Aired Mar 6, 2014 The Enchanting Mr. Knight Kristina starts a new adventure; while Amber encourages Drew to move on, Julia has a difficult time letting go of her past; Sarah considers an offer from Carl; Hank makes a confession. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 13, 2014 Limbo Jasmine and Crosby butt heads over how to raise Aida; news about Joel troubles Julia; Kristina and Adam intervene when Max interrupts Sarah and Hank's work flow. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 20, 2014 The Offer Old feelings of abandonment resurface when Joel gets confused about where to pick up Victor; Sarah anxiously waits for a response on her final project; Amber encourages Drew to take his life back. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 27, 2014 Fraud Alert Joel and Sarah celebrate their accomplishments; Adam takes Max on an adventure to cheer him up after a field trip gone wrong; Amber surprises Sydney and Victor. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 3, 2014 Cold Feet Zeek and Camille come to an agreement about the house; Julia throws herself into helping Kristina and Adam as she struggles with her own personal life; Sarah learns what her kids have been up to. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 10, 2014 I'm Still Here Crosby reaches out to Joel for help with a housing situation; Julia works up the nerve to talk to Sarah; Amber and Kristina each receive upsetting news. Details Episode 22 Aired Apr 17, 2014 The Pontiac Adam and Crosby talk about their childhood; Amber struggles with letting Ryan go; Sarah addresses Hank's request; Julia and Joel support Victor as he conquers his fears; Drew goes after what he wants. Details

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Season Info

Director
Lawrence Trilling, Michael Weaver, Allison Liddi-Brown, Ken Whittingham, Patrick R. Norris, James Ponsoldt, Dylan K. Massin, Jessica Yu, Bethany Rooney
Executive Producer
Ron Howard, Brian Grazer, Jason Katims
Screenwriter
Jason Katims, Sarah Watson, Ian Deitchman, Julia Brownell, Jessica Goldberg, David Hudgins, Gina Fattore, Kristin Rusk Robinson
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-PG (L|D|S)
Genre
Drama, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 26, 2013