Parenthood

2009 • NBC
4.8
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Season 5 episodes (24)

1 It Has To Be Now
9/26/13
Jasmine (Joy Bryant) and Crosby's (Dax Shepard) unnamed newborn causes quite a stir in their house and serves as a Braverman family magnet. While Adam (Peter Krause) and Kristina (Monica Potter) reset their life after her cancer ordeal, she quickly decides to take on another kind of fight, and Joel (Sam Jaeger) and Julia (Erika Christensen) face personal and professional challenges. Hank (Ray Romano) moves back to town, unbeknownst to Sarah (Lauren Graham) and Amber (Mae Whitman) welcomes her soldier boyfriend home.
2 All Aboard Who's Coming Aboard
10/3/13
An Amber (Mae Whitman) alert rocks the Braverman family while Jasmine (Joy Bryant) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) have to walk on egg shells as the baby's crying begins to take a toll on Jabbar (Tyree Brown) too. Julia (Erika Christensen) meets a school parent volunteer Ed Bliss (David Denman) and finds they have a lot in common. Meanwhile Adam (Peter Krause) and Kristina's (Monica Potter) "wedge" issue could be the campaign itself. Hank (Ray Romano) makes a surprise visit to Sarah (Lauren Graham) but leaves her with some advice on how to have an important talk with Amber, however, Adam's opinion on the subject is in direct opposition. Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) does not want to talk with Camille (Bonnie Bedelia) about the next stage of their life.
3 Nipple Confusion
10/10/13
Crosby (Dax Shepard) and Jasmine (Joy Bryant) find parenthood the second time around to be twice as tough, while Kristina's (Monica Potter) campaign with the ever-presence of Heather (Jurnee Smollett) creates a new dynamic with Adam. Meanwhile additional pressures push Joel (Sam Jaeger) and Julia (Erika Christensen) in potentially problematic directions and Sarah (Lauren Graham) seeks help and comfort from Hank (Ray Romano). And Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) tries to steer Camille (Bonnie Bedelia) to his way of thinking about what to do with the storied Braverman house.
4 In Dreams Begin Responsibilities
10/17/13
Another of Adam's (Peter Krause) comfort zones is challenged by Kristina's (Monica Potter) campaign, while Sarah (Lauren Graham) and Amber (Mae Whitman) struggle to talk to one another about the wedding. Drew (Miles Heizer) tries to get closer to new friend Natalie (Lyndon Smith) and Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) gets a chance to provide big teaching moments to grandkids Sydney (Savannah Paige Rae) and Victor (Xolo Mariduena), especially Victor. Crosby (Dax Shepard) handles high-maintenance rockstar Oliver Rome (Tyson Ritter).
5 Let's Be Mad Together
10/24/13
Max's (Max Burkholder) photography knows no bounds while Joel (Sam Jaeger) struggles for boundaries with Peet (Sonya Walger). Adam (Peter Krause) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) too must set boundaries with the band for the betterment of their new business. Meanwhile Julia (Erika Christensen) and Camille (Bonnie Bedelia) have something in common that does not make them happy, and Sarah (Lauren Graham) talks toe-to-toe with Ryan (Matt Lauria) and Amber (Mae Whitman).
6 The M Word
10/31/13
Sarah (Lauren Graham) and Amber (Mae Whitman) struggle with the wedding bell blues while Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) try to keep it all together. Kristina (Monica Potter) and Adam (Peter Krause) hit the campaign trail hard and enlist Team Braverman to go door-to-door, while Jasmine (Joy Bryant) helps usher in a new era for Crosby (Dax Shepard) and his band on the run. Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) gives Camille (Bonnie Bedelia) a little of what she wants.
7 Speaking of Baggage
11/7/13
Kristina (Monica Potter) shares an inspirational story with Amber (Mae Whitman) about her relationship with Adam (Peter Krause) while Amber's brother, Drew (Miles Heizer), has fallen hard for his new classmate Natalie (Lyndon Smith). Meanwhile, Julia (Erika Christensen) is getting Ed's (David Denman) undivided attention as Joel (Sam Jaeger) is busy on the job. Also, Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) bachelors it up when he is left home alone and Max's (Max Burkholder) new interest in photography leads him to find some pictures from Hank's (Ray Romano) past with Sarah (Lauren Graham).
8 The Ring
11/14/13
The family watches out for Zeek (Craig T. Nelson), but he ends up giving Sarah (Lauren Graham) some much needed advice. Tension rises in Julia's (Erika Christensen) household when she receives some unsettling news from Victor's (Xolo Mariduena) school. The media uncovers some skeletons in Kristina's (Monica Potter) closet that attract unwanted media attention on Adam (Peter Krause). Meanwhile Amber (Mae Whitman) makes a tough decision that rocks the boat with Ryan (Matt Lauria).
9 Election Day
11/21/13
Election day stirs up emotions amongst the family - Jasmine (Joy Bryant) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) use the election as a teaching moment for Jabbar (Tyree Brown), while Kristina (Monica Potter) and Adam (Peter Krause) keep hopes high. Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) deal with Victor's (Xolo Mariduena) reservations and Amber (Mae Whitman) has some of her own, when the band asks her to sing guide vocals. Meanwhile Sarah (Lauren Graham) helps Hank (Ray Romano) with a family affair.
10 All That's Left Is The Hugging
12/12/13
Amber (Mae Whitman) addresses Ryan (Matt Lauria) about his issues with her hanging out with the band and struggles on whether or not to lean on Sarah (Lauren Graham) for support. Drew (Miles Heizer) asks his uncle Crosby (Dax Shepard) for advice on girls. Meanwhile, Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) put their best foot forward for their family's sake and Adam (Peter Krause) shows his support for his wife Kristina (Monica Potter).
11 Promises
1/2/14
Julia (Erika Christensen) gets confronted by Ed (David Denman) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) steps in. Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) makes a new friend while Camille (Bonnie Bedalia) is away. Drew (Miles Heizer) remembers old feelings and Natalie (Lyndon Smith) gets jealous. Carl (Josh Stamberg) attends a fundraiser with Sarah (Lauren Graham) and she is pleasantly surprised to learn more about him.
12 Stay A Little Longer
1/9/14
Sarah (Lauren Graham) gets some good news about a job, which prompts Hank (Ray Romano) to question her. Crosby (Dax Shepard) opens his house to Oliver Rome (Tyson Ritter) after the band hits a breaking point and Jasmine (Joy Bryant) is less than thrilled. Meanwhile, Joel (Sam Jaeger) and Peet (Sonya Walger) work closely to finish their project and Amber (Mae Whitman) deals with an extremely painful reality.
13 Jump Ball
1/16/14
Camille (Bonnie Bedelia) returns home to an ecstatic Zeek (Craig T. Nelson), but not everyone makes an appearance at her welcome home party. Joel (Sam Jaeger) continues to spend long hours at work and away from Julia (Erika Christensen). Hank (Ray Romano) spends time with Adam (Peter Krause) and confronts his problems, while Amber (Mae Whitman) runs away from hers.
14 You've Got Mold
1/23/14
Sarah (Lauren Graham) starts her new project with Hank (Ray Romano), meanwhile Kristina (Monica Potter) becomes the community counselor. Crosby (Dax Shepard) discovers mold in his house and Jasmine (Joy Bryant) isn't pleased. Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) decide to explain to Sydney (Savannah Rae Paige) and Victor (Xolo Mariduena) what has been going on.
15 Just Like At Home
2/27/14
Julia (Erika Christensen) leans on her siblings for support during this trying time with Joel (Sam Jaeger). Jasmine (Joy Bryant) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) move in with Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) and Camille (Bonnie Bedelia) while their house is under repair. Meanwhile, Drew (Miles Heizer) confides in Amber (Mae Whitman) for advice on girls.
16 The Enchanting Mr. Knight
3/6/14
Kristina (Monica Potter) goes in for a checkup, but that doesn't stop her from starting a new adventure. Amber (Mae Whitman) encourages Drew (Miles Heizer) to move on from his past, while Julia (Erika Christensen) struggles to let go of hers. Sarah (Lauren Graham) gets an appealing offer from Carl (Josh Stamberg), but decides her work is more important. Hank (Ray Romano) admits that feelings are still lingering for an old relationship.
17 Limbo
3/13/14
Jasmine (Joy Bryant) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) disagree over a crucial point in Aida's upbringing. Julia (Erika Christensen) finds out some unsettling news about Joel (Sam Jaeger), but then is pleasantly surprised by his final decision. Sarah (Lauren Graham) and Hank (Ray Romano) continue to work together, but Max (Max Burkholder) is interrupting their flow, which causes Kristina (Monica Potter) and Adam (Peter Krause) to intervene.
18 The Offer
3/20/14
Joel (Sam Jaeger) misunderstands where to pick up Victor (Xolo Mariduena) from baseball and old feelings of abandonment overtake his thoughts. Sarah (Lauren Graham) is anxiously awaiting a response from the ad agency on her final project. Amber (Mae Whitman) tries to talk Drew (Miles Heizer) into taking his life back. Max (Max Burkholder) goes on a class trip and struggles to understand his classmates.
19 Fraud Alert
3/27/14
Joel (Sam Jaeger) and Sarah (Lauren Graham) celebrate the completion of their work projects, but Max (Max Burkholder) has low morale after his school field trip ended with some bitter feelings so Adam (Peter Krause) takes him on an adventure to clear his head. Sydney (Savannah Paige Rae) and Victor (Xolo Mariduena) are also struggling to stay positive, so Amber (Mae Whitman) tries to surprise them with a new activity.
20 Cold Feet
4/3/14
Zeek (Craig T. Nelson) and Camille (Bonnie Bedalia) finally agree on what to do with the house. Julia (Erika Christensen) jumps back into work helping out Kristina (Monica Potter) and Adam (Peter Krause), but is struggling on how to proceed in her personal life. Sarah (Lauren Graham) discovers what her children have been up to and puts her foot down with Drew (Miles Heizer).
21 I'm Still Here
4/10/14
Crosby (Dax Shepard) finds himself in a tough housing situation and reaches out to Joel (Sam Jaeger) for help. Julia (Erika Christensen) musters up the courage to talk with Sarah (Lauren Graham) about her current situation. Kristina (Monica Potter) receives some devastating news and puts all her energy into fighting for the charter school, meanwhile Amber (Mae Whitman) also hears of unsettling news and Hank (Ray Romano) steps up to the plate.
22 The Pontiac
4/17/14
Haddie (Sarah Ramos) comes home for the summer, while Adam (Peter Krause) and Crosby (Dax Shepard) reminisce about their childhood and also reenact some childish antics. Amber (Mae Whitman) reunites with Ryan (Matt Lauria) and struggles to let him go, meanwhile Sarah (Lauren Graham) finally addresses Hank's (Ray Romano) request. Victor (Xolo Mariduena) conquers his fears and Julia (Erika Christensen) and Joel (Sam Jaeger) are there to support him, while Zeek (Craig T, Nelson) surprises him with a driving lesson. Drew (Miles Heizer) realizes a mistake and goes after what he wants.
101 Looking Back: Victor Becomes a Braverman
9/3/13
Relive one of the highlights of last season, as the family gathers to welcome Victor into the fold.
102 Webisode Collection - Friday Night at the Luncheonette
2/28/14
Season-only
Features guest stars Jesse Plemons and Derek Phillips who reprise their "Friday Night Lights" roles when "Parenthood's" Amber (Mae Whitman) is tasked with keeping an eye on her cousin Max (Max Burkholder) while also working after hours at the Luncheonette. Then the band Crucifictorious shows up...

About this show

This is the story of the Bravermans - Sarah, Adam, Crosby, and Julia - four grown siblings sharing the headaches, heartaches and unexpected joys of being a parent. From Academy Award-winning executive producers Ron Howard and Brian Grazer, and writer/executive producer Jason Katims comes this contemporary re-imagining of the international hit feature film. Focusing on the everyday challenges that modern families face while raising children and starting over, Parenthood grounds its drama and its comedy in the celebration of the beautiful mess of life.

Ratings and reviews

4.8
1.45K reviews
Deola Adegbenro
May 9, 2015
The storyline is so well told and all the actors are great. It's a real depiction of real life family, relationships, parenthood, childhood. Basically the ups and downs and then beautiful times that make it all worth it. In the end of season 6, Zeek died and that was really sad but it's how real life works, people get old and die, even if we love them, it really is what it is.
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Barbara Stephens
February 22, 2015
pulls the heartstrings as if real life and love and families would and hits four and five generations of family and good acting good storyline believable. It makes you cry and it warms your heart to get you caught up you gotta see the next one every time and I don't like soap operas it's not one of those
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Sandi Jones
January 29, 2015
Wonderful moving show. Amazing all around. Suggest it to anyone with a family or even having a family isn't an issue trust me. I'm not easily moved. I'm a widow..single mom of four , it's Inspirational. Ray Ramano in later seasons will blow you away with his serious believable acting of such a complex award.He is not just a comedian or Ray from Everonelovesray....Deserves an award the performance warrants one
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