Parenthood: Season 5
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Parenthood Season 4.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
It Has to Be Now
Sep 26, 2013 · 43 min
Jasmine and Crosby’s unnamed newborn causes quite a stir in their house and serves as a Braverman family magnet. While Adam and Kristina reset their life after her cancer ordeal, s
All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard
Oct 3, 2013 · 43 min
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.
Nipple Confusion
Oct 10, 2013 · 43 min
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.
In Dreams Begin Responsibilities
Oct 17, 2013 · 43 min
Another of Adam’s comfort zones is challenged by Kristina’s campaign, while Sarah and Amber struggle to talk to one another about the wedding. Drew tries to get closer to new frien
Let's Be Mad Together
Oct 24, 2013 · 43 min
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
The M Word
Oct 31, 2013 · 42 min
Joel and Julia try to keep everything together; Adam and Kristina ask the family for help as they focus on the campaign trail.
Speaking of Baggage
Nov 7, 2013 · 43 min
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.
The Ring
Nov 14, 2013 · 43 min
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 shake
Election Day
Nov 21, 2013 · 43 min
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.
All That's Left is the Hugging
Dec 12, 2013 · 43 min
Amber addresses Ryan about his issues with her hanging out with the band and struggles on whether or not to lean on Sarah for support. Drew asks his uncle Crosby for advice on girl
Promises
Jan 2, 2014 · 42 min
Julia gets confronted by Ed and Joel steps in. Zeek makes a new friend while Camille is away. Drew remembers old feelings and Natalie gets jealous. Carl attends a fundraiser with S
Stay a Little Longer
Jan 9, 2014 · 43 min
Sarah gets some good news about a job, which prompts Hank to question her. Crosby opens his house to Oliver Rome after the band hits a breaking point and Jasmine is less than thril
Jump Ball
Jan 16, 2014 · 43 min
Camille returns home to an ecstatic Zeek, but not everyone makes an appearance at her welcome home party. Joel continues to spend long hours at work and away from Julia. Hank spend
You've Got Mold
Jan 23, 2014 · 42 min
Sarah starts her new project with Hank, meanwhile Kristina becomes the community counselor. Crosby discovers mold in his house and Jasmine isn’t pleased. Julia and Joel decide to e
Just Like Home
Feb 27, 2014 · 42 min
Julia leans on her siblings for support during this trying time with Joel. Jasmine and Crosby move in with Zeek and Camille while their house is under repair. Meanwhile, Drew confi
The Enchanting Mr. Knight
Mar 6, 2014 · 43 min
Kristina goes in for a checkup, but that doesn’t stop her from starting a new adventure. Amber encourages Drew to move on from his past, while Julia struggles to let go of hers. Sa
Limbo
Mar 13, 2014 · 43 min
Jasmine and Crosby disagree over a crucial point in Aida’s upbringing. Julia finds out some unsettling news about Joel, but then is pleasantly surprised by his final decision. Sara
The Offer
Mar 20, 2014 · 42 min
Joel misunderstands where to pick up Victor from baseball and old feelings of abandonment overtake his thoughts. Sarah is anxiously awaiting a response from the ad agency on her fi
Fraud Alert
Mar 27, 2014 · 43 min
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.
Cold Feet
Apr 3, 2014 · 43 min
Zeek and Camille finally agree on what to do with the house. Julia jumps back into work helping out Kristina and Adam, but is struggling on how to proceed in her personal life. Sar
I'm Still Here
Apr 10, 2014 · 42 min
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.
The Pontiac
Apr 17, 2014 · 43 min
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