The Real Housewives of New Jersey: 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 Real Housewives of New Jersey 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
Garden State of Emergency
Jun 2, 2013
The wives' holiday homes are in ruins after Hurricane Sandy, Jacqueline faces her son's diagnosis of autism, and Caroline's shocking offer to Joe Gorga could push the wives toward
A Manzo of Her Word
Jun 9, 2013
Melissa considers selling her house and moving. Meanwhile, Kathy is tested by her son and her husband; the Lauritas host a poker night; and Caroline and Teresa square off in a fier
It's My Party and I'll Fight If I Want To
Jun 16, 2013
Teresa's father goes to the ICU just as the family gears up for a birthday party. Elsewhere, tension grows between Kathy and Teresa; Caroline returns to an unkempt mansion; and a w
Gym Rats
Jun 23, 2013
Melissa's past is comes back to haunt her. Kathy hosts a birthday celebration for her daughter and husband. Teresa becomes emotional after she runs into her brother while out.
Everything Is Coming Up Rosie
Jun 30, 2013
Jacqueline meets with the doctor to discuss her son's medical issues. Melissa and Joe fight over rumors Teresa has been saying. Caroline feels that her children are becoming too mu
Drinking With the Enemy
Jul 7, 2013
Rumors about cheating spread. Meanwhile, Teresa plans a healing retreat, where she may have to face Jacqueline, and Kathy attempts to elude all the drama.
When Joes Collide
Jul 14, 2013
The ladies head to Lake George; Teresa prepares to confront Jacqueline; a relationship-building exercise goes awry and threatens to destroy the whole group.
Scum One, Scum All
Jul 21, 2013
Teresa's husband and brother fight; Caroline tries to keep the family together.
On Thin Guid-Ice
Jul 28, 2013
Teresa, her brother and their spouses see a relationship expert; Caroline has a surprising healing agenda.
Best Frenemies Forever
Aug 4, 2013
Tessa and Jacqueline come face to face; Caroline's husband makes a shocking demand; Melissa and Joe get an offer.
Children of the Scorned
Aug 11, 2013
Joe spends time with his goddaughter; Teresa hosts a charity event and confronts Jacqueline; Jacqueline makes an impulsive decision that has her family worried.
Hair-binger of Doom
Aug 18, 2013
An article about Melissa's marriage causes problems; Jacqueline returns from L.A.; Kathy questions her partnership with Rich.
Spaghetti Western & Meatballs
Aug 25, 2013
The ladies go to Arizona to celebrate Melissa's birthday; Jacqueline struggles to mend her relationship with Teresa; Kathy receives a message from another realm.
Horse Whisper to a Scream
Sep 1, 2013
Unorthodox therapy opens old wounds and leaves Caroline in tears; Melissa and Jacqueline face their trust issues; Teresa's husband reveals something shocking.
Zen Things I Hate About You
Sep 8, 2013
A high-wire course is a trust test for Teresa and Melissa; Teresa and Jacqueline grow closer; Caroline and Kathy intervene when tensions boil over between Teresa and her brother.
The Blonde Drops a Bombshell
Sep 15, 2013
Jacqueline faces her fear of public speaking; Caroline debates on selling her family home; an unsettling secret surfaces.
Hair We Go Again
Sep 22, 2013
Caroline's boys open their new restaurant; Melissa goes to Orlando for a live radio performance; Teresa and Jacqueline face their enemies at the opening of their boutique.
Salon, Farewell
Sep 29, 2013
Someone new gets involved in a confrontation, Teresa tries to clear her name, and Kathy, Jacqueline and Caroline focus on their own families.
Reunion (Part 1)
Oct 6, 2013
The season's most talked-about moments with Joe Guidice and Joe Gorga.
Reunion (part 2)
Oct 13, 2013
Teresa and Joe speak about the charges they're faced with; Rosie shares her experience; the ladies discuss the season.
The Real Housewives Tell All (1)
Oct 20, 2013
Never-before-seen footage, from extravagant events to bizarre antics.
The Real Housewives Tell All (2)
Oct 20, 2013
More never-before-seen footage from the season.