The Hills: Season 5
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of The Hills Season 4.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
Don't Cry on Your Birthday
Apr 6, 2009
Lauren lands in tears during her surprise birthday party when Heidi rocks the boat by showing up uninvited. Plus, Spencer takes a swing at Stephanie's ex-boyfriend, Cameron.
Everything Happens for a Reason
Apr 6, 2009
Heidi and Spencer evaluate their relationship after the bar scene and Lauren scolds Stephanie for pushing Heidi on her.
I'm Done With You
Apr 13, 2009
After Heidi catches Spencer at a nightclub with Stacie the bartender, she demands they go to couple's therapy. Plus, Lauren puts her reputation on the line when she gets Stephanie
Crazy In Love
Apr 20, 2009
As Audrina tries to get over Justin, she sees Brody in a new light. Plus, Heidi drags Spencer to couples' therapy and Stephanie has a hard time handling work at People's Revolution
I Always Had A Little Crush
Apr 27, 2009
Things heat up between Audrina and Brody in Hawaii and Heidi's ex-boyfriend, Colby comes for a visit.
Playmates Bring The Drama
May 4, 2009
The gang make their return to Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Brody and Audrina deal the repercussions from their hookup in Hawaii.
Keep Your Enemies Closer
May 11, 2009
Lauren is put into an awkward situation after Stephanie messes up at work. Meanwhile, Justin calls out Audrina for hooking up with Brody.
Father Of The Bride
May 18, 2009
Spencer has an important question to ask Heidi's father when he comes for a visit. Meanwhile, Lauren make the decision to fire Stephanie from People's Revolution.
Hi Lauren, It's Spencer...
May 25, 2009
Spenser is asked by Heidi to make amends with Lauren in hopes that she'll attend their wedding. Elsewhere, a recently fired Stephanie has a run-in with Kelly Cutrone, her former bo
Something Old, Something New
May 31, 2009
Heidi and Spencer head down the aisle and two unexpected guests manage to attend the ceremony.
It's On Bitch!
Sep 29, 2009
Kristin makes a big first impression in The Hills when she gets in a fight with two different women over one guy, works her way to queen bee status and lands a hot date with a moto
Mess With Me, I Mess With You
Oct 6, 2009
Kristin kicks her pursuit of Justin into high gear after Audrina blows her off, while Heidi and Spencer's opposing views on kids causes trouble.
Strike One
Oct 13, 2009
Justin doesn't show up at Brody's party and Audrina has a new target.
Old Habits Die Hard
Oct 20, 2009
Justin tries to make up with Kristin. Heidi thinks something is wrong with Holly.
Sorry Boo, Strike Two
Oct 27, 2009
Heidi and Stephanie sit Holly down for an intervention when she continues drinking. Plus, Kristin gets upset with Justin's head games and Brody and Jayde get into a fight that lead
I'm Done With You
Nov 3, 2009
Justin finds himself in hot water after Kristin and Audrina meet. Heidi wants to have a baby, but Spencer has another plan.
On To The Next
Nov 10, 2009
Audrina gets her heart broken when Justin ends things for good, it's a war of the exes over Brody, and Spencer considers drastic measures to stop Heidi's baby obsession.
Can't Always Get What You Want
Nov 17, 2009
While on a lunch date, Kristin and Brody recall the crazy times they used to have together. After Brody toasts to having a nice lunch without fighting, Kristin mentions that Jayde
Mr. Right Now
Nov 24, 2009
Kristin and Stacie's girls' weekend in Vegas becomes a threesome when Justin joins the fun. Plus, Spencer panics when he uncovers Heidi's pregnancy scheme.
The Boys Of Summer
Dec 1, 2009
Kristin is in Malibu packing up her beach house when she tells Stacie she doesn't want to pursue a relationship with Justin Bobby. Kristin says things were perfect when they were i