TLW Season 5 episode guide

#501 LGB Tease – 06.january 2008

Helena gets tossed into jail for ripping off Catherine; Jenny finagles a chance to direct the movie of her book, leading her and Tina to butt heads; Shane’s promiscuity successfully sabotages her plan to move in with Paige; and Bette’s welcome-home gesture to Jodi backfires.
(tv guide)

Following the events of the season finale, Helena is imprisoned and no one can get a hold of her mother. Jenny finds a rich investor and schemes her way to directing Lez Girls the movie. Shane is about to sign a lease on a house with Paige. The Planet hosts a coming-out party for Phyllis, where Alice and Shane attempt to hook Tina up with someone who isn’t Bette. Meanwhile, Bette is waiting for Jodi to come back home from New York.
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Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Angela Robinson (III)

Guest stars: Kristanna Loken (Paige Sobel), Jackson Allan (Jared Sobel), Simone Bailly (Grace), Brian Markinson (Aaron Kornbluth), Jane Lynch (Joyce Wischnia), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Cybill Shepherd (Phyllis Kroll) , Joanna Reid (Prisoner #1), Tamara Lee Noonan (Prisoner #2), Lucia Walters (Camilla), Lindsay Maxwell (Lexi), Patrick Sabongui (Jamal), Julius Chapple (Investigator), Dwayne Bryshun (Ed), Nicola Anderson (Marissa), Kathryn Kirkpatrick (Prison Guard), Anna Hagan (Samantha), Joanne Wilson (Megan Swisher), Lara Babalola (Counselor), Venus Terzo (Andrea Jills), Glynis Davies (Victoria Van Kleef), Wallace Shawn (William Halsey), Lucia Rijker (Dusty)

#502 Look Out, Here They Come! – 13.january 2008

Tina’s dating woes continue; Shane snags a last-minute job styling hair for a wedding party that leads to a number of erotic brushes; Tasha opens up to Alice and tells her why she didn’t ship out to Iraq with her detachment.
(tv guide)

Jenny’s boss’s daughter is getting married and Shane gets a gig as the hair stylist at her wedding. Kit and Max spot a young girl who’s obsessed with Jenny’s work and hook her up with her dream job. Alice and Tasha go on a double-date with Bette and Jodi. Meanwhile in prison, Helena is rescued by her cell mate.
(tv.com)

Writer: Cherien Dabis
Director: Jamie Babbit

Guest star: Cybill Shepherd (Phyllis Kroll), Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele), Jane Lynch (Joyce Wischnia), Lucia Rijker (Dusty), Wallace Shawn (William Halsey), Jon Wolfe Nelson (Tom Mater), Brian Markinson (Aaron Kornbluth) , Lynda Boyd (Isabelle Halsey), Barbara Kottmeier (Madison Halsey), Michelle Morgan (I) (Abigail), Alberta Mayne (Gina), Alexis Kellum Creer (Denise), Anthony McRae (Guard), Ted Whittall (Captain Curtis Beech), Lenore Zann (Jackie), Pamela Diaz (Billie), Charlie Carrick (Waiter)

#503 Lady of the Lake – 20.january 2008

Shane decides to give up sex and is surprised by all the positive benefits she discovers; Tina’s dating situation takes a turn for the better; Max contemplates a romance with Jodi’s interpreter; Kit is attacked after-hours at The Planet during a burglary.
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Jodi brings Bette to meet and hang out with her friends but Bette has a hard time letting go of control. Shane decides to give up on sex and instead pours her energy in exercising. Tasha faces new allegations. Meanwhile, Helena finally gets comfortable in prison but things are about to change when her mother turns up.
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Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Tricia Brock

Guest star: Simone Bailly (Grace), Jon Wolfe Nelson (Tom Mater), Lucia Rijker (Dusty), Holland Taylor (Peggy Peabody), Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele) , Ted Whittall (Captain Curtis Beech), John Pyper-Ferguson (Michael Angelo)

#504 Let’s Get This Party Started – 27.january 2008

In episode 504, Bette’s jealousy over Tina’s new girlfriend is the probable cause of a surprising moment; Jenny is courted for the lead in her movie by the latest It girl; the gang attends the opening of a new lesbian club competing with The Planet.
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Tina and Jenny squabble over casting the lead role in Lez Girls. An incident at Alice’s place triggers a change in Captain Beech’s view on Tasha’s defense. Being celibate has a toll on Shane and she reaches a breaking point. Alice encourages Tasha to go with her to a “Secret Love” party for closeted gays and lesbians. Meanwhile, the rest of the gang attends the opening of the city’s hottest new lesbian club, SheBar.
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The producers of Jenny’s movie wrangle with her over casting, while one ambitious actress pulls out all stops to land the lead in the film; the gal pals attend the opening of a lesbian club that will be in direct competition with the Planet; Bette has an unusual reaction to Tina’s new dating situation; and military investigators pay a surprise visit to Alice.
(tv guide)

Writer: Elizabeth Ziff
Director: John Stockwell

Guest star: Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele), Elizabeth Keener (Dawn Denbo), Brian Markinson (Aaron Kornbluth), Ted Whittall (Captain Curtis Beech), Jon Wolfe Nelson (Tom Mater), Simone Bailly (Grace) , Alicia Leigh Willis (Cindi), Kate French (Niki Stevens)

#505 Lookin’ At You Kid – 03.february 2008

In episode 505, Jenny throws a bash to introduce her friends to the actresses playing them in her movie; Bette and Tina try to deal with a rekindled spark; Alice outs a secretly gay sports star after he utters a homophobic slur, sparking a media firestorm.
(sho.com)

The ladies are invited to a party at Jenny’s home to meet the actresses portraying them in her movie, but not all of the gang are happy with the selections; Tina and Bette deal with the aftermath of their romantic encounter; a gay NBA star is outed by Alice after he utters a homophobic slur on national TV.
(tv guide)

Jenny throws a party for the girls to get to meet their movie counterparts — with mixed results. Shane stirs up drama between Dawn and Cindi, which escalates into bitter rivalry between The Planet and SheBar. Meanwhile, Alice is stunned by a basketball star’s gay-bashing on national TV.
(tv.com)

Writer: Angela Robinson (III)
Director: Angela Robinson (III)

Guest star: Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele), Elizabeth Keener (Dawn Denbo), Brian Markinson (Aaron Kornbluth) , Kate French (Niki Stevens/”Jesse”), Patricia Velasquez (Begoña/”Karina”), Alicia Leigh Willis (Cindi), Wendy Glenn (Isabella/”Bev”), Angela Gots (Cammie/”Shaun”), Michelle Harrison (Lauren/”Helen”), Amber Borycki (Marci/”Donna”), Dominic Zamprogna (Greg/”Jim”), Michael Daingerfield (Talk Show Host)

#506 Lights! Camera! Action! – 10.february 2008

In episode 506, the production of “Lez Girls” finally begins as Jenny deals with a recalcitrant star; Bette and Tina struggle with their rekindled feelings; the owners of SheBar take their war against the gang to the next level.
(sho.com)

As production on the film based on Jenny’s novel begins, she is forced to deal with a problematic star; Tina and Bette try to sort out their feelings regarding their rekindled relationship; there
‘s lots of animosity between the gang and the owners of the new lesbian bar competing with The Planet.
(tv guide)

The production of Lez Girls starts and Jenny runs into unexpected difficulties. When Adele impresses her on location scouting, Jenny treats her to a makeover. Dawn and Cindi try their best to sabotage Kit’s business. Phyllis’ daughter Molly catches Shane’s eye. Meanwhile, Tina and Bette rekindle their passion.
(tv.com)

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Ilene Chaiken

Guest star: Wendy Glenn (Isabella/”Bev”), Angela Gots (Cammie/”Shaun”), Cybill Shepherd (Phyllis Kroll), Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele), Jane Lynch (Joyce Wischnia), Alicia Leigh Willis (Cindi), Clementine Shepherd-Ford (Molly Kroll (as Clementine Ford)), Kate French (Niki Stevens/”Jesse”), Elizabeth Keener (Dawn Denbo), Wallace Shawn (William Halsey), Olivia Windbiel (Angelica), Jon Wolfe Nelson (Tom Mater), Brian Markinson (Aaron Kornbluth) , Chelah Horsdal (Sally), Dominic Zamprogna (Greg/”Jim”)

#507 Lesbians Gone Wild – 17.february 2008

In episode 507, clashes between actresses on the set of Jenny’s movie somehow lead to a night of lesbian Turkish oil wrestling that ends with a visit from the cops; the hard-case colonel in charge of prosecuting Tasha’s case arrives on base.
(sho.com)

On-set clashes among the actresses starring in Jenny’s film lead to a visit from the police; the strictly by-the-book colonel prosecuting Tanya’s discharge case arrives on base.
(tv guide)

Niki’s antics off and on set cause nightmares for her agent as well as the production team. Alice learns that in order to land the high-profile talk show gig, she needs to out people on live TV. Bette takes Phyllis’ daughter Molly to visit the movie set. She’s beyond bored until Shane takes her to SheBar to see lesbian oil wrestling. Meanwhile, Tasha meets the visiting prosecutor who’s about to go against her in the trial.
(tv.com)

Writer: Elizabeth Ziff
Director: Angela Robinson (III)

Guest star: Ted Whittall (Captain Curtis Beech), Alicia Leigh Willis (Cindi), Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele), Kate French (Niki Stevens/”Jesse”), Elizabeth Keener (Dawn Denbo), Deanne Bray (Amy), Clementine Shepherd-Ford (Molly Kroll (as Clementine Ford)), Patricia Velasquez (Begonia/”Karina” (as Patricia Velásquez)) , Dawn Chubai (EPK Host/Piper), Sandra Mayo (First AD), Donnelly Rhodes (Col. Jon Smythe), Aaron Craven (Kevin Mador), Brenda Campbell (Mary Lamm), Katey Wright (Script Supervisor), Danielle Kremeniuk (Sam Makarejev), Kelly McGillis (Colonel Gillian Davis)

#508 Lay Down The Law – 24.february 2008

In episode 508, Niki’s handlers force her to appear at her movie premiere with a male escort, quashing rumors of her relationship with Jenny; Bette and Tina’s anguish increases; Tasha’s military review board hearing ends with a surprise.
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Niki’s managers go into damage control after her scandalous behavior hits the magazines; Alice testifies at Tasha’s military hearing; and Bette and Tina reach an understanding in their relationship. Also, Shane takes a shine to Phyllis’s straight daughter; and Jodi throws a dinner party and invites Tina and a date.
(tvguide)

Niki’s multi-million dollar action movie opens, but allegations about her sexuality lead Tina and her manager to suggest she take a date — a male date — to the premiere. Jenny is banned from the theater causing Adele to take the reigns for the evening. Shane and Molly continue to play mind games with each other. Jodi throws a dinner party to some couples, and Bette is devastated to learn Tina and her date are also invited. Meanwhile, Tasha goes on trial and Alice delivers a shocking statement.
(tv.com)

Writer: Alexandra Kondracke
Director: Leslie Libman

Guest star: Cybill Shepherd (Phyllis Kroll), Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele Channing), Kate French (Niki Stevens/”Jesse”), Clementine Shepherd-Ford (Molly Kroll (as Clementine Ford)), Wallace Shawn (William Halsey), Patricia Velasquez (Begonia/”Karina” (as Patricia Velásquez)), Ted Whittall (Captain Curtis Beech), Angela Gots (Cammie/”Shaun”), Deanne Bray (Amy Reed) , Kelly McGillis (Colonel Gillian Davis), Aaron Craven (Kevin Mador), Denalda Williams (Joan Noord), Danielle Kremeniuk (Sam Makarejev), Dominic Zamprogna (Greg/”Jim”), Tanya Champoux (Gloria), Sean Bell (Major Dorough), Aaron Pearl (Lieutenant Finnerty), Crystal Bublé (Anita Martiniez), Conrad Whitaker (Officer), Andy Stahl (Ranking Member), Chantal Jarry (Melinda), Kaspar Michaels (Photographer), Reese Alexander (Security Guard)

#509 Liquid Heat – 02.march 2008

In episode 509, a heat wave causes temperatures to rise between Bette and Tina, who are trapped in an elevator by a power outage, and between Molly and Shane, whose attraction is discouraged by Phyllis; Jenny catches costars Nikki and Greg together.
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Jenny gets jealous on the set when a love scene between Niki and her on-screen boyfriend looks too realistic. Dawn Denbo invites the girls to a mafia-themed night to settle the dispute between The Planet and SheBar. Meanwhile, Bette and Tina decide to go see a couples counselor when they’re interrupted by a rolling blackout due to a heat wave.
(tv.com)

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Rose Troche

Guest star: Daryl Shuttleworth (Dan Foxworthy), Cybill Shepherd (Phyllis Kroll), Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele Channing), Jane Lynch (Joyce Wischnia), Alicia Leigh Willis (Cindi), Elizabeth Keener (Dawn Denbo), Kate French (Niki Stevens/”Jesse”), Clementine Shepherd-Ford (Molly Kroll (as Clementine Ford)), Jon Wolfe Nelson (Tom Mater) , Dominic Zamprogna (Greg/”Jim”), Danielle Kremeniuk (Sam Makarejev), Sandra Mayo (First AD)

#510 Lifecycle – 09.march 2008

In episode 510, a memorial breast cancer bike ride becomes the unlikely setting where Bette and Tina reveal their rekindled passion, Jenny and Nikki shoot a steamy video, Molly stalks Shane, and Alice and Tasha consider a major move.
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The girls attend the Subaru Pink Ride to support breast cancer research. Tina is furious for Niki blowing her cover with Jenny but Adele assures her the two won’t be seen together publicly. Meeting old friends prompts Tasha to ponder her long-term plans in life. A campfire game of “I never” turns into a discussion on cheating — with devastating results.
(tv.com)

Writer: Angela Robinson (III)
Director: Angela Robinson (III)

Guest star: Clementine Shepherd-Ford (Molly Kroll (as Clementine Ford)), Jon Wolfe Nelson (Tom Mater), Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele Channing), Kate French (Niki Stevens/”Jesse”), Clementine Shepherd-Ford (Molly Kroll (as Clementine Ford))

#511 Lunar cycle – 16.march 2008

In episode 511, the enigmatic and mysterious Adele finally makes a power play and usurps Jenny as the director of “Lez Girls,” while Bette finalizes her breakup with Jodi, and a distressed Kit loses financial control of The Planet to Dawn and Cindi.
(sho.com)

After the revelation at the Pink Ride, Jodi vows to fight for Bette. Tasha and Alice look for a house together, an
d at work, Alice meets a New Zealander fashion designer. Adele finally reveals her master plan: to take over the movie. Finally, Dawn Denbo and lover Cindi deliver a blow that pushes Kit over the edge.
(tv.com)

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Robert Aschmann

Guest star: Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele Channing), Alicia Leigh Willis (Cindi), Patricia Velasquez (Begonia/”Karina” (as Patricia Velásquez)), Kate French (Niki Stevens/”Jesse”), Elizabeth Keener (Dawn Denbo), Wendy Glenn (Isabella/”Bev”), Angela Gots (Cammie/”Shaun”), Brian Markinson (Aaron Kornbluth), Preston Cook (James) , Amber Borycki (Marci/”Donna”), Melanie Lynskey (Clea Mason), Danielle Kremeniuk (Sam Makarejev), Aaron Craven (Kevin Mador), Brenda Campbell (Mary Lamm)

#512 Loyal And True – 23.march 2008

In episode 512, the fifth season finale, Shane predictably pulls away from Molly when the relationship becomes serious; restored as heiress to her family fortune, Helena uses her wealth creatively; Jenny’s film is complete but she is betrayed by a close friend.
(sho.com)

Helena’s return proves to be advantageous to Kit; Jodi surprises Bette with her latest “sculptural expression”; Tasha’s post-military career choice concerns Alice; Adele pulls an on-set power play that infuriates Tina; Phyllis confronts Shane about her relationship with Molly; emotional fireworks erupt at the film’s wrap party.
(tvguide)

Writer: Ilene Chaiken
Director: Ilene Chaiken

Guest star: Holland Taylor (Peggy Peabody), Jane Lynch (Joyce Wischnia), Alicia Leigh Willis (Cindi), Patricia Velasquez (Begonia/”Karina” (as Patricia Velásquez)), Clementine Shepherd-Ford (Molly Kroll (as Clementine Ford)), Kate French (Niki Stevens/”Jesse”), Elizabeth Keener (Dawn Denbo), Wallace Shawn (William Halsey), Malaya Rivera Drew (Adele Channing), Cybill Shepherd (Phyllis Kroll), Wendy Glenn (Isabella/”Bev”), Angela Gots (Cammie/”Shaun”) , Melanie Lynskey (Clea Mason)

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