Big Love

2006 • HBO
4.5
237 reviews
TV-MA
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Season 5 episodes (10)

1 Winter
1/16/11
Season Five Premiere. In the aftermath of his election, Bill faces an uphill battle to win over his constituents and employees, while his family copes with psychological and physical traumas close to home.
2 A Seat at the Table
1/23/11
Bill's attempt to stage a 'safety net' meeting for polygamist leaders is hindered by Alby and Home Plus objectors; Barb seeks common ground with her mother; Nicki learns the extent of Adaleen's isolation; Marge despairs over Ana and Goran.
3 Certain Poor Shepherds
1/30/11
The Henricksons try to put on a unified face during Christmas, but the family is tested amidst numbing revelations from Barb, Marge and Adaleen. Meanwhile, Lura takes drastic measures in response to Alby's zealous efforts to 'purify' the compound.
4 The Oath
2/6/11
With his swearing-in ceremony only days away, Bill searches for ways to overcome the anti-polygamist sentiment swelling among State officials. Meanwhile, Barb, Nicki and Margene struggle with personal revelations.
5 The Special Relationship
2/13/11
Bill makes a deal in the Senate, but finds new obstacles to his livelihood being raised by LDS officials. Meanwhile, Barb considers a dramatic life change; a legal obstacle hinders Bill and Nicki's efforts to adopt Cara Lynn; and more.
6 D.I.V.O.R.C.E.
2/20/11
Barb capitulates on Bill's marital plans, but not on her hopes to attain the Priesthood. Meanwhile, Bill faces new impeachment pressure; Nicki chafes at the status quo; Margene eyes a sponsor for her pro-polygamy children's rally; and more.
7 Til Death Do Us Part
2/27/11
Bill eyes a wedding as a chance to reseal his commitment to his three wives. Meanwhile, Nicki looks to take full advantage of her special day; Alby makes a game-changing power play; Lois resists Barb's vision of her future; and more.
8 The Noose Tightens
3/6/11
Bill looks to Alby's past in an effort to thwart his ambitions, leading Alby to concoct yet another diabolical scheme to bring down the Henricksons. Meanwhile, an incredulous Barb finds herself targeted as her husband's accomplice.
9 Exorcism
3/13/11
With Alby on the run and posing an imminent threat, the Henrickson family finds itself in lockdown mode; a frazzled Nicki decides to break Cara Lynn's 'dependencies'; Barb spars with Bill about her new church's stance on polygamy and more.
10 When Men and Mountains Meet
3/20/11
In the Series Finale, the Henricksons brace for an uncertain future, with or without Bill.

About this show

Bill Paxton stars in this acclaimed HBO series as a polygamist who faces a myriad of challenges in meeting the emotional, romantic and financial needs of his three wives and seven children as they live together in suburban Salt Lake City.

Ratings and reviews

4.5
237 reviews
becky m
August 12, 2014
This is one of HBO's golden gems. Thank GOD (no pun intended) this is nothing like Sisterwives with their smug cat-ate-the-canary husband. Bleah. Big Love has characters and plots that are entertaining as they are braided in this FLDS situation. There are more than enough plot twists, comedic situations and heartbreak to pull you in. I hope you watch it. Enjoy!
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Toni Marie
June 4, 2018
One of my favorite shows, i loved the cast, the plot twist, and the GREAT story telling... You wil love this show. I am glued to my seat everytime.it comes on.
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Nicole Holtsberry
December 23, 2019
I watched this every time an episode came out!!!! Then i bought the complete series on DVD. Best actors n actress's best show HBO has ever made wish they'd do reunion show!!
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