Damages: Season 5
In the final season of Damages, Patty and Ellen find themselves pitted against each other in two distinct cases. The first matter centers on a wrongful-death suit filed against Channing McClaren, the founder of a whistleblowing website, who is implicated in the death of an investment firm trader. The second case involves a custody battle for Patty's son, Michael, in which Ellen is called as a witness to testify again
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Patty Hewes and Ellen Parsons are central figures in high-stakes litigation.
- Patty Hewes is recognized as a revered and reviled litigator.
- Ellen Parsons serves as Patty's bright and ambitious protege.
- Past legal conflicts have established a complex and contentious relationship between Patty and Ellen.
Season overview
In the final season of Damages, Patty and Ellen find themselves pitted against each other in two distinct cases. The first matter centers on a wrongful-death suit filed against Channing McClaren, the founder of a whistleblowing website, who is implicated in the death of an investment firm trader. The second case involves a custody battle for Patty's son, Michael, in which Ellen is called as a witness to testify against Patty.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
You Want to End This Once and for All?
Jul 11, 2012 · 50 min
A whistle-blower case puts Patty and Ellen against each other.
Have You Met the Eel Yet?
Jul 18, 2012 · 50 min
A hacker claims to have pertinent information about the leak at Princefield; Patty's former colleague offers her services to Ellen.
Failure Is Failure
Jul 25, 2012 · 50 min
Ellen detects inconsistencies in McClaren's story. Later, Ellen's mother requests her help.
I Love You, Mommy
Aug 1, 2012 · 50 min
Patty and Ellen seek the source of the Princefield leak, while Patty takes on Ellen through the press.
There's Something Wrong with Me
Aug 8, 2012 · 50 min
Someone from McClaren's past turns up and sheds light on his personal life; Patty has a confrontation with an adversary.
I Need to Win
Aug 15, 2012 · 50 min
The attack Ellen suffered years ago comes back to haunt her.
The Storm's Moving In
Aug 22, 2012 · 50 min
A blizzard strands Patty and Ellen; McClaren uncovers a major player in the trading scandal.
I'm Afraid of What I'll Find
Aug 29, 2012 · 50 min
Ellen begins to uncover the truth about her attacker. Chris Sanchez approaches McClaren with information.
I Like Your Chair
Sep 5, 2012 · 50 min
McClaren's latest leak thrusts Ellen into the spotlight. Tensions between McClaren and Rutger Simon come to a head.
But You Don't Do That Anymore
Sep 12, 2012 · 50 min
Series Finale: While looking to use Michael Hewes' custody hearing to bring down Patty (Glenn Close), Ellen (Rose Byrne) is double-crossed by a key witness in the McClaren trial.