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Season 5 – The L Word

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This long-running Showtime series features intertwined stories about the lives and loves of a group of lesbians and bisexuals in Los Angeles. The characters date, get into committed relationships, consider having families, hook up, break up, question their sexuality, stay in the closet, come out or sleep around -- sometimes all of the above.
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Critics Reviews

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Melanie McFarland Seattle Post-Intelligencer The L Word isn't all foolishness this season. Mar 6, 2019 Full Review Chelsea Brady New York Magazine/Vulture The show stayed loyal and true to itself, too: affixing quick and easy resolutions to complex story lines, casting aside little things like character development, and keeping our "oh, please - that's absolutely ridiculous!" drinking game going strong. Jun 29, 2018 Full Review Nicholas Fonseca Entertainment Weekly Showtime's lesbian drama, veers, as they all have, between entertaining and infuriating with its sexy/silly mix of high drama and higher camp. Rated: B Jun 28, 2018 Full Review MTV Staff MTV For many fans, the highlight of the season has been the apparent bringing together again of Tina and Bette, an outcome fervently wished for by writers of slash fiction. Mar 20, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Asrini M Season 5 of *The L Word* brings heightened drama, steamy romances, and some of the most memorable moments of the series. It expertly builds on the complexities of the characters' relationships while delving into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and personal growth. While some plotlines feel overly melodramatic, the season remains engaging thanks to its bold storytelling and the chemistry of the cast. A compelling penultimate season that keeps fans invested in the lives of these dynamic characters. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 12/08/24 Full Review Audience Member S5 is quite a surprise for me because beth and tina are back together, i was shock to find out that tina's look alike in yellowjackets are in the show and she has a crush on Alice. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/20/24 Full Review Audience Member Fantastic. We need more shows like this. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member I am so loving this show... Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Jennifer Beals

Bette Porter

Laurel Holloman

Tina Kennard

Mia Kirshner

Jenny Schecter

Katherine Moennig

Shane McCutcheon

Leisha Hailey

Alice Pieszecki

Pam Grier

Kit Porter

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 6, 2008 LGB Tease Shane suffers the consequences of derailing plans; Jenny returns from vacation with a billionaire movie financier; Phyllis doubts her romance with Joyce. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 13, 2008 Look Out, Here They Come! Tina's affection for Bette causes difficulties with her dating prospects; Shane's last-minute appointment has bizarre results; Tasha reveals her reason for not shipping out. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 20, 2008 Lady of the Lake Shane decides to try a healthier lifestyle; Tina's dating difficulties improve; Max ponders a same-sex attraction to Jodi's interpreter; the Planet is burglarized. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 27, 2008 Let's Get This Party Started Bette is jealous of Tina's new girlfriend; the latest Bond girl courts Jenny for the lead in her movie; the friends attend the opening of a competing lesbian club. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 3, 2008 Lookin' at You, Kid Jenny throws a party to introduce her friends to their film counterparts; Bette and Tina try to deal with a rekindled spark; Alice outs a sports star. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 10, 2008 Lights! Camera! Action! The production of "Lez Girls" begins; Jenny deals with a recalcitrant star; Bette and Tina continue to cope with their mutual feelings; the owners of the SheBar up the antes. Details Episode 7 Aired Feb 17, 2008 Lesbians Gone Wild Clashes between the actresses lead to oil wrestling; the colonel in charge of prosecuting Tasha's case arrives. Details Episode 8 Aired Feb 24, 2008 Lay Down the Law Niki's handlers force her to appear with a male escort; Bette and Tina's anguish increases; Tasha's military review-board hearing ends. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 2, 2008 Liquid Heat Bette and Tina become trapped in an elevator during a power outage; Phyllis discourages Molly's attraction to Shane; Jenny catches Nikki and her co-star together. Details Episode 10 Aired Mar 9, 2008 Lifecycle During a memorial breast-cancer bike ride, Bette and Tina reveal their relationship; Molly follows Shane; Jenny and Nikki make a steamy video; Alice and Tasha consider a big move. Details Episode 11 Aired Mar 16, 2008 Lunar Cycle Adele reveals both the tape and her plan for blackmail; Jodi seeks answers; the owners of SheBar announce their latest purchase. Details Episode 12 Aired Mar 23, 2008 Loyal and True Shane pulls away from Molly when the relationship gets serious; Helena uses her wealth creatively; Jenny completes her film. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Ilene Chaiken
Network
Paramount+ with Showtime
Rating
TV-MA (S|L)
Genre
LGBTQ+, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 6, 2008